The Holy
Week in Moche's district, Trujillo, has been distinguished as National Cultural
Heritage by the Ministry of Culture of Peru, thanks to its importance as a religious
celebration and the great faith of the people.
The
characteristics that this nomination highlights, are the traditional elements
of the local culture, which shape the identity of the population and an important
tradition of rituality.
The
festivity lasts for 10 days, begins on Holy Friday and ends on Easter Sunday.
During these days people practice rituals of concentration and meditation.
Another
important aspect of the celebration is to consume the traditional Theologian Soup,
a festive soup widely consumed by people of the northern region, which consists
of chicken broth and beef with dipped bread, potato, milk and cheese.
Thanks to
the Moche population this tradition is still practicing and it renews every
year.
Enjoy the
Moche route with the following tour:
