Head to Cyprus Hotels For Easter Festivities
Planning a spring holiday? Easter is a great time to go abroad, and if you’re heading to the coastal destinations of Europe then you can certainly experience some of the Easter traditions there. advance for the best deals, and join in the celebrations!
if you’re keen on a bit of football and fireworks for your Easter weekend. The Saturday night is when fireworks are held, marking the day of Christ’s resurrection, as well as Sunday mass, and religious processions. Then on Easter Monday everyone gets together to watch local football teams. This is about celebrating family, but visitors are always welcome.
Semana Santa is a highly regarded religious time, and literally translates as “The Holy Week”. If you’re heading to the Algarve you’ll be able to experience the special folar cakes of the Folar Festival. There is also plenty of fun to be had, with traditional music and plenty of dancing.
Tavira is also well worth visiting over Easter. On Palm Sunday they have a special ordained festival where works of art, showing images of the life of Jesus, are carried through the town. Algarve hotels will book out in advance so whatever you decide to do, at least be sure to book somewhere to stay.
If it’s Mallorca that’s on your holiday itinerary, then be sure to be there on Palm Sunday, when they have the ceremony of the blessing of the palms – much like in the Bible. The evening sees bright and fun parades. Then on the Tuesday, Mallorcans show their generosity and give food to the poor and the sick, an Easter tradition which is very meaningful indeed.
