Lots of of individuals clad in black fits and white masks marched by means of the southern Czech metropolis of Ceske Budejovice on Friday, partaking in an outdated Easter custom.
From Maundy Thursday to Holy Saturday, they walked in procession by means of the city with drums, clappers, and rolling wood rattles to mark the rhythm of the day with a deafening sound. The objective is to interchange the sound of the city's bells.
Protecting with custom, the bells have been flown to Rome to be blessed by the Pope for his or her yr's work.
Theatre director Vita Marsik introduced this practice to Ceske Budejovice from Moravia years in the past. At the moment he was accompanied by solely about ten buddies.
"We pray for the individuals of Ukraine, however we also needs to pray for the Russian individuals, for the widespread individuals, and maybe for the management," he mentioned, main this yr's procession.
"As a result of they do not know what they're doing. It is difficult - we're mad at these individuals, nevertheless it's an advanced downside, even when that is not what the individuals need to hear. However the battle is hellish."
Euronews reporter Jiri Skacel has extra from Ceske Budejovice.
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