La Laguna is getting ready for one of its most beautiful traditions.
On Sunday 7 June, the streets of the historic centre will once again be covered with the famous Corpus Christi carpets and tapestries, transforming the old town into a huge open-air display of colour, art and tradition.
And yes… if you’ve never seen it before, it’s worth it.
Photos don’t quite capture it properly.
More Than 60 Carpets Expected
This year’s celebration is expected to feature over 60 carpets, created throughout the streets of the historic centre by:
• Community groups
• Local associations
• Schools and educational centres
• Religious brotherhoods
• Families and volunteers
The carpets are made using traditional materials including:
• Marble dust
• Heather
• Flowers and natural elements
• Decorative materials and coloured designs
Preparations have already started, with many groups beginning work on layouts and designs.
A Tradition Dating Back More Than a Century
The tradition of Corpus carpets in La Laguna dates back to 1907.
The first carpet was created by Luis Marrero, sacristan of La Concepción parish, becoming the starting point for what is now one of the municipality’s best-known celebrations.
More than a century later, the tradition is still very much alive.
The Oldest Religious Procession in Tenerife
The celebrations will conclude with the traditional Corpus Christi Mass and procession.
The procession is considered the oldest religious procession in Tenerife, with over five centuries of history.
Quite remarkable really.
Five hundred years later and people are still covering the streets by hand the night before.
Corpus Beyond the Historic Centre
The celebration also continues in other parts of the municipality including:
• Valle de Guerra
• Tejina
• Punta del Hidalgo
• Finca España
• Taco
All keeping the tradition going in their own way.
May belongs to romerías.
June belongs to Corpus.
Tenerife doesn’t really do quiet seasons.