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Easter in Braga- North of Portugal
Some of the most iconic Easter celebrations are
held in Braga, a splendid Northern Portuguese City.
A series of after dark processions associated with
Portugal Easter Festival includes Maundy Thursday
(locally known as Senhor da Cana Verde), Good
Friday Burial Procession of Lord Jesus Christ, which
is led by barefoot repentant in hooded tunics.
On the morning of the Easter Eve, shepherds of
Castelo de Vide region invade the centre of Braga
town with their flock of sheep in order to have
them blessed. Easter is an ideal time to savor
delectable Portuguese cuisines like roast kid, lamb stew, meatballs, bun, chocolate & almond eggs.
Easter in Obidos
Obidos is an astounding & picturesque medieval town
located just 50 miles north of Lisbon, the capital of
Portugal. With its narrow streets & white-colored
houses, it holds some of the laudable Holy Week
celebrations. The main highlights of the Easter
celebrations are marked by the two torchlight
processions, concerts & recreations that engage town
residents & visitors.
Easter in São Brás de Alportel-Algarve Region
Easter celebrations in São Brás de Alportel are
marked by the processions representing the
Resurrection of Christ. During the procession, huge
torches festooned with flowers are carried by men
leading the way on Easter.
The renowned Alleluia festival kick-starts at 10 am &
the sound of “He is risen as He has said - Alleluia,
Alleluia” fill the air as the procession goes round the
town.