Holy week procession in Leon,Spain

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Today, the capirote still indicates the penitent’s attempt, through penance, to get closer to God; it also covers the person's face, in order to mask their identity.

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Size: 2976px × 3312px
Location: leon,spain
Photo credit: © Milena Boeva / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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