The Junta de Hermandades y Cofradías of San Cristóbal de La Laguna (The Board of Brotherhoods and Confraternities) has been awarded the prestigious ‘Tenerife Nordeste 2025’ prize by the Centre for Tourism Initiatives of Northeast Tenerife, in recognition of its contribution to the city’s Holy Week (Easter) celebrations.
The award highlights the council’s unwavering commitment and the collective efforts of the many brotherhoods that bring La Laguna’s Semana Santa to life each year with splendour, solemnity, and meticulous organisation.
On behalf of the local council, the city's Tourism Department publicly congratulated the Junta, acknowledging its vital role in preserving one of the Canary Islands’ most cherished religious and cultural events.
“La Laguna’s Holy Week would be unimaginable without the tireless work of the Brotherhood Council and the dedication of every confraternity,” said Estefanía Díaz, the city’s Councillor for Tourism. She went on to emphasise that, thanks to their efforts, La Laguna has become a destination that offers a unique experience each year where faith, art, history, and Canarian identity come together.
During the Easter period, thousands of people gather in the city’s historic centre — a UNESCO World Heritage Site — as well as in surrounding neighbourhoods and villages, to witness processions featuring centuries-old statues and elaborately crafted floats. These displays, deeply rooted in tradition, are admired not only for their spiritual meaning but also for their artistic and cultural significance.
City officials praised the beauty, restraint, and flawless coordination of each procession, noting that they are the result of months of careful preparation by devoted members. Each step and detail reflect the passion and dedication of those involved.
The local council said that awards like this play a crucial role in bringing visibility to the often quiet yet essential work of those who help keep La Laguna’s traditions alive — efforts that continue to shape the identity and soul of the city.
