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Try to get a good view point, such as a balcony, to capture the scene on camera.
By Fiona Flores Watson
PRACTICAL TIPS
Be aware that the city streets can get extremely crowded during the afternoon in Semana Santa (mornings are for shopping), with thousands of people packed into narrow alleys - not for the claustrophobic. Take a street map (to find your way back to your hotel if streets are blocked off), sunhat, water and snacks, and a lightweight folding chair for the less able-bodied (or simply lazy, like me), as you may be some time waiting for, and watching, the processions (most of the chairs you will see on stands are reserved for locals). And, of course, without wishing to state the obvious, bring plenty of large-capacity memory cards for your camera to photograph and video the proceedings - by night or day (dusk is the most magical hour), these scenes are extraordinarily photogenic and will bring you pleasure for years to come. Note that if it rains (which isn't uncommon), the processions will be cancelled.
From the ground it can be difficult to capture the Semana Santa scene at times.
Wherever in Andalucia you decide to spend your Semana Santa, make sure you reserve your hotel in advance, as they get chock-a-block at this time of year, as well as hiking their prices (sometimes even charging double) to take advantage of the increased demand. But if you're going to come, you might as well fork out to stay in the centre, so you can get back easily for a siesta, as getting to further afield could be complicated. The same is true for taxi fares, so keep your wits about you and ask to see all prices in writing. Note that most monuments and museums are closed for part, or all, of Semana Santa.
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