Re-enactments of Christ’s last days on Earth can be seen with the parading of the Virgin Mary and Saint John and the candle-lit procession of Christ. This is followed by the resurrection later in the week.

Taking place all over the highlands region, the Festival of the Crosses is a celebration giving thanks for bountiful harvests which stretches back for centuries. The crosses of each community are decorated and lead through the streets to neighbouring churches.

Literally meaning St John the Baptist's day, San Juan is held all over the Peruvian jungle region celebrating the importance of water in the Amazon region. Iquitos sees the biggest celebrations marking the festival, which takes place on June 24 and features many public events with much food and music.