Aragon TV premieres this Wednesday at 21:45, offering a full sensory journey through Holy Week. Viewers will wander the streets, discover the work behind the celebrations, and learn about the curiosities of the various fraternities that mark this tradition.
Across five episodes, produced by Comunicación y Medios de Aragón for Prensa Ibérica and the publisher of El Periódico de Aragon, the series dives deep into Aragonese Holy Week traditions guided by the senses. Each episode centers on a distinct sense—smell, hearing, sight, touch, and taste—creating a multi-sensory map of the festivities.
Every Wednesday the show, directed by Daniel Latorre and scripted by Javier Fajarnés, unfolds a rich tapestry of aromas, visuals, textures, and the sounds of Passion Week. Hosted by Nacho Rubio, the program invites viewers to explore the process in detail, revealing the minutiae and curiosities that define this celebration. In each destination, experts and confreres share insights, opening the doors of perception so audiences can discover, savor, and emotionally connect with the Aragonese Holy Week—the emotions conveyed through songs, steps, banners, incense, and rituals.
On screen, the rhythm is set by the cadence of drums, bass drums, trumpets, rattles, and bells. The episode lineup blends processions, ornate decorations, and traditional customs, alongside the flavors and floral designs that accompany the scenes. The result is a vivid portrayal of how communities weave memory, faith, and artistry into Holy Week in Aragon.
The opening episode focuses on the sense of smell. Streets fill with flowers and incense as ornate pasos wind their way through plazas and alleys. Through ribbons of smoke and fragrant bouquets, the episode reveals the labor of siblings, florists, and fragrance creators who shape the aromatic backdrop of the celebrations. Viewers learn how flowers and plants are used by brotherhoods in Zaragoza, Barbastro, and beyond, and the journey includes a countryside excursion to experience the Passion of Christ at the Drama of the Cross in Alcorisa, offering a broader view of regional devotional expressions.