” It is a living tradition, recognized internationally, which reflects the roots, identity and strength of the people of Iztapalapa, ” Brugada explained.
The young José Julio Olivares was chosen this year to represent Jesus of Nazareth. He prepared for a long time to be able to load with the cross through Iztapalapa streets.
In these holiday days, authorities deployed a mega operation with more than 14 thousand elements deployed to protect those who live and visit Mexico City.
Viacrucis is a representation of the death of Jesus.
Participants turn to hold the cross of their crucifixion while traveling great distances, stopping to pray and listen to meditations.
On Good Friday, the most important date of the Liturgical Calendar of the Church, which commemorates the day Christians believe that Jesus resurrected from the dead.
-With Reuters information.
