Corpus Christi 2011 in Elche de la Sierra
The holiday of sawdust carpets in Elche de la Sierra is part of the celebrations of Corpus Christi. Its origin dates back to 1964, and it was an initiative of Don Francisco Fernández Carcelén. This holiday was declared of Regional Tourist Interest on March 28, 1994. The streets that form the route of the procession appears covered by a beautiful mosaic of rugs and carpets.
We have been attending to this holiday since i remember! Andrea, Vanesa and Turis have had this year their first experiences in elaborating the sawdust carpets!
Posted: julio 14th, 2011 under Family.