Spanish
Santo Domingo. – With the arrival of Holy Week, citizens begin to plan how they will take advantage of the days off, many of them with a view to moving to the interior of the country, while the authorities reiterate their call for prudence.
In different neighborhoods of the capital, the movement of people who organize their schedules in advance, prioritizing safety and tranquility, is already observed. For many, this period goes beyond rest, becoming an opportunity for reflection, reconnection with faith, and a pause from the accelerated pace of daily life.
"I'm going to my field in Samaná, to rest with the family for a while to reflect as a family," said Marcos Jiménez.
Others, however, choose to experience Holy Week through faith and service.
"During Holy Week I work a lot and seek God; on Friday I go to church and spend the day there," commented Cristobal.
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While some, like Juan Méndez, prefer prudence in the face of the typical crowds of the season.
"Reflect and if I'm going to a beach, I'll do it in a month when it's quieter; right now too many people, too much traffic, I don't like it like that."
In addition to this, one of the most deeply rooted traditions in Dominican culture is the preparation of habichuelas con dulce, a typical dish that brings together families and friends to share.
