Easter in my town

In my town, Canosa, the time devoted to the Easter rites lasts about two weeks. The first appointment is on Friday before Holy Week with the procession of Our Lady of Sorrows. It lasts until late at night because people are constantly forced to stop to allow the faithful to bind to the black veil. The procession of the Holy Saturday Desolata is unique. The statue of Desolata is preceded by a crowd of children carrying the tools of the Christ’s martyrdom. It follows the chorus of young women, some of them are barefoot, dressed in black with their faces covered and singing "Stabat Mater" a very moving religious song. At the same time people think about traditional cakes to prepare, or they think about going on holiday.

Authors: Lucrezia, Gabriella, Miriana 3 M