Holiday in Spain

All weekend has been somewhat of a celebration in Granada. I’ve asked around and I’ve gotten several different answers. Some say that there is a pueblo near Granada and it’s a festival for their patron saint. Others say that it’s the patron saint of Granada and that’s why there are celebrations. All I know is there is a mini carnival across the river and one of the main routes through town has lots of tents set up with people selling chestnuts and fruits. I guess that’s why they are a healthier nation than us. Instead of funnel cake, beer, ice cream and fried Oreos they are selling fruits and nuts. America, take note.

Needless to say, I found online that the Procesión Nuestra Señora de Las Angustias was going to start at 18h00. I decided to head into town just after 6 and catch a glimpse of the parade. After about 30 minutes a band marched past so I figured that the main event would soon follow. Another 30-45 minutes later another band passed. 15 minutes after the second band a procession of women wearing black suits, white shirts and purple cords filled the streets, after them a group of men wearing the same. Finally at about 7:30, an hour and a half later, I saw what everyone was waiting around for. A large representation of the Virgin Mother and Jesus that is glided in gold was carried though the streets by about 20-30 men. They stopped every 30 ft to rest and allow the public to snap photos. I got a few, as well as some video. I hope it works.