Easter in Rome - Patrick J Lockwood - Bog

In Rome, where ancient echoes whisper amidst bustling piazzas, Easter arrives not just as a holy week, but as a citywide metamorphosis. Spring paints the Eternal City in vibrant hues, sunlight dances on cobbled streets, and a palpable hum of anticipation fills the air
The week leading up to Easter, known as Settimana Santa, is a tapestry of traditions meticulously woven. Palm Sunday sees St. Peter's Square transform into a sea of swaying fronds, blessed by the Pope himself. Maundy Thursday brings the poignant ritual of the washing of the feet, where humility reigns supreme. And then, Good Friday descends, draped in a solemn hush. The "Way of the Cross" procession winds through the Colosseum, bathed in the ethereal glow of torches, a poignant reenactment of Christ's final journey. Click buy to read more