In Spain, the history of such a costume with peaked masks, capes and torches is altogether different than in America, these hoods have nothing to do with the Ku Klux Klan to witch they are so often compared. The uniforms worn during the procession are meant to recall the people from Nazareth, and are worn only by the religious fraternities and brotherhoods responsible for carrying the statues.

   The procession ends on Easter Sunday, when cathedral bells are heard ringing throughout the city. The day marks the Resurrection of Christ and celebrates his triumph over death.


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