Semana Santa and Pascua (two separate observances)
form a part of Easter celebrations in Mexico. Semana Santa stands for
the whole of the Holy Week - Palm Sunday to Easter Saturday whereas the
Pascua is the observance for the period from the Resurrection Sunday to
the following Saturday.
This is the time for a great vacation for the Mexicans. They enjoy this
time with the group of their choice.
In many communities, plays related with events of Christ's life are
enacted. In some communities, real crucifixion is included. All these
enactments are professionally done. The participants taking part in
these enactments prepare for their roles for almost full year.
