Holy Week Altars Bind Community Amid Gentrification in San Miguel
In San Miguel de Allende, the annual tradition of building homemade altars for the Friday of Sorrows connects long-time residents. This cultural ritual provides a sense of community continuity against the pressures of gentrification.
<p>In this tight-knit city that's rapidly embracing outsiders, San Miguel's centuries-old tradition of creating a homemade Friday of Sorrows altar for public viewing is a community constant. </p> <p>The post <a href="https://mexiconewsdaily.com/culture/san-miguel-allende-holy-week-traditions-gentrification/">Holy Week altars keep San Miguel de Allende natives connected in a gentrifying city</a> appeared first on <a href="https://mexiconewsdaily.com">Mexico News Daily</a></p> <p><span style="fon...