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Cartagena's processions are very famous for their fervour and solemnity. During processions nazarenes parade in silence. Only the music of the bands and some dirges break the silence. Even, the procession of Maundy Thursday happens in absolutely silence. This is very moving**.**

Another important procession is 'The Procession of San Pedro' on Holy Wednesday. San Pedro is an army saint. He parades and comes back to the armory at 12.15 a.m., so he´s arrested until next year because he comes late.

In Cartagena processions start on Friday of Dolores with Caridad Virgin. This procession is important because Caridad Virgin is the Patron Saint of Cartagena.

Brotherhoods go in procession with their images. In Cartagena, there are two important groups of brotherhoods: 'The Californios' and 'The Marrajos'.

In my opinion the friendliest procession is The Palm Sunday procession, where children parade with a beautiful white palm. This procession represents the entrance of Jesus into Jerusalem.