Sixty to a hundred men bear the weight of floats (andas) used during Holy Week (Semana Santa) festivities in Antigua, Guatemala. This particular float was part of the procession from San Cristobal el Bajo church (Procesion de Jesus Nazareno de la Humildad) on Maundy Thursday (Jueves Santo). Notice how all the carriers are dressed in purple. © www.uncorneredmarket.com
Dan balances taquitos, chiles rellenos, and pupusas - at the street food area near El Calvario Church during Holy Week (Semana Santa) in Antigua, Guatemala. © www.uncorneredmarket.com
The women's float (anda) follows the men's float during Holy Week (Semana Santa) processions in Antigua, Guatemala. While the male carriers are dressed in all purple on Maundy Thursday (Jueves Santo), the women cover their heads and dress in black and white. © www.uncorneredmarket.com