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The Traditional Holy Week Procession In Orte, Central Italy

An elderly woman looks at a penitent member of a local religious brotherhood known as the Confratelli as she awaits the traditional Holy Week procession in Orte, Italy, on April 3, 2026. The Good Friday rite, dating back to the early 13th century, is considered one of the oldest and most unchanged in the country, featuring a solemn procession accompanying Christ to his burial. (Photo by Massimo Valicchia/NurPhoto)

Photo ID	#13533930
Date Taken	3 April 2026
Location	N/A
Photographer	Massimo Valicchia/NurPhoto
Category	Religion and Belief
Copyright	© 2026 NurPhoto - Massimo Valicchia/NurPhoto

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