For Semana Santa in Antigua the locals make alfombras (carpets) out of dyed wood chips, flowers, pine, fruits, and vegetables. These alfombras are seen as a sacred offering to the passing procession.
Parque Central - Antigua
Community making an alfombra
The Pelota Lady
Street before the procession
The Procession begins
We spent 5 hours helping a family make their alfombra
The family we met and helped make their alfombra
After the procession passes
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