Gazing toward the sky, a young boy holds a cluster of palm leaves. Behind him, grey-white streaks suggest falling embers from a fireworks display. Mario Sergio Aviles explores the Holy Week customs in Guatemala, where beloved traditions are practiced with fervor. Commemorating Jesus' triumphant entrance into Jerusalem, palm fronds are sold in front of churches on Palm Sunday. These are kept all year and burned to obtain soot for Ash Wednesday of the following year. Titled Del cielo in Spanish.
Language: English
