SEMANA SANTA EN IZTAPALAPA,ENSAYO CON PONCIO PILATO #cossiac #cristo 182 REPRESENTACIÓN ♥️✝️

#cossiac #traditions #wayofthecross The Way of the Cross of Iztapalapa is a religious reenactment of the Passion, Death, and Resurrection of Christ, celebrated every Holy Week in the Iztapalapa borough of Mexico City. It is considered an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Mexico. Details of the Way of the Cross: What it is: A theatrical representation of the Passion of Christ, which includes the Last Supper, Jesus' journey with the cross, his crucifixion, and resurrection. Where: It takes place in the eight neighborhoods of Iztapalapa, the Macroplaza, and the Cuitláhuac Garden. When: The reenactment is performed during Holy Week, beginning on Palm Sunday and culminating on Easter Sunday. Importance: It is one of the most important and largest Holy Week celebrations in Mexico, attracting millions of people each year. Intangible Cultural Heritage: In 2023, the Passion Play in Iztapalapa was recognized as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Mexico. How to get there: Iztapalapa can be reached by metro (Line 8, Iztapalapa station), trolleybus (Line 10), or taxi/ride-hailing app. Participants: Hundreds of actors with speaking roles and thousands of extras participate in the play. Requirements to participate: Be a resident of one of the eight neighborhoods of Iztapalapa, have acting and mime skills, a clear and powerful voice, eloquence, an appearance appropriate to the character, no vices, be Catholic, and be willing to rehearse. Origin: The tradition is almost 180 years old and is believed to have originated as a response to a cholera epidemic that struck Mexico in the 19th century. Route: The Christ of Iztapalapa travels approximately 5 kilometers, carrying the cross from the starting point of the procession to the Hill of the Star, where the crucifixion takes place. Key Dates: The Passion of Christ in Iztapalapa begins on Sunday, March 24, and culminates with Easter, scheduled for March 31.