{"id":2345734,"date":"2026-03-26T00:48:07","date_gmt":"2026-03-26T00:48:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/?p=2345734"},"modified":"2026-03-26T00:48:07","modified_gmt":"2026-03-26T00:48:07","slug":"elche-sends-iconic-white-palms-to-the-pope-and-spanish-royal-family-ahead-of-palm-sunday-celebrations-euro-weekly-news","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/elche-sends-iconic-white-palms-to-the-pope-and-spanish-royal-family-ahead-of-palm-sunday-celebrations-euro-weekly-news\/","title":{"rendered":"Elche sends iconic white palms to the Pope and Spanish Royal Family ahead of Palm Sunday celebrations \u00ab Euro Weekly News"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<p>\n                    Artisans in Elche create intricate white palms that are sent to the Pope and Spanish Royal Family each year<br \/>\nCredit: Shutterstock\/Bayaalta                    <\/p>\n<div>\n                    <!-- Article Start --><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Elche has once again sent its iconic white palm leaves to global leaders ahead of Palm Sunday, continuing a long-standing tradition that links the Costa Blanca city to the wider Catholic world.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Each year, specially crafted palms are prepared for figures including the Pope, the Spanish Royal Family and other national and international authorities. The gesture reflects both religious symbolism and the city\u2019s cultural identity, placing Elche at the centre of one of Spain\u2019s most distinctive Easter customs.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">A centuries-old craft preserved in Elche<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/euroweeklynews.com\/2026\/03\/23\/the-centuries-old-elche-tradition-most-people-only-see-at-easter\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">production of Elche\u2019s white palms<\/a> is rooted in techniques passed down through generations. The palms are taken from date palms and carefully covered while still growing to prevent exposure to sunlight, a process that gives them their characteristic pale colour.<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"sra_unit\"><link rel=\"stylesheet\" id=\"block-sra\" href=\"https:\/\/euroweeklynews.com\/wp-content\/plugins\/snack-related-articles\/dist\/css\/snack-related.min.css?250312-193541\" type=\"text\/css\" media=\"all\"\/>\n<aside class=\"sra-group sra-related-list\">\n<h2 class=\"sra-group-head\">Most Read on Euro Weekly News<\/h2>\n<\/aside>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Palm Sunday celebration draws thousands<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The white palms play a central role in Elche\u2019s Palm Sunday procession, one of the most important events in the city\u2019s calendar. Recognised as a Fiesta of International Tourist Interest, the celebration attracts tens of thousands of participants each year.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">During the procession, residents and visitors carry the palms through the streets, transforming the city into a sea of white and creating a striking visual spectacle. The event combines religious devotion with cultural heritage, reinforcing its importance both locally and nationally.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">A tradition with global reach<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The custom of sending decorated palms to prominent figures dates back to the 20th century and has evolved into a symbolic gesture of representation. Each palm is carefully selected and designed, often tailored to its recipient.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Local authorities say the initiative helps promote Elche internationally, showcasing its craftsmanship and reinforcing its reputation as a centre of cultural heritage. The tradition also supports local artisans, ensuring that the skills involved continue to be passed on to future generations.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">As Palm Sunday approaches, Elche once again positions itself on the global stage, using a simple but distinctive symbol to connect local tradition with an international audience.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>                    <!-- Originally published at https:\/\/euroweeklynews.com\/2026\/03\/25\/elche-sends-iconic-white-palms-to-the-pope-and-spanish-royal-family-ahead-of-palm-sunday-celebrations\/ on 25 Mar 2026 at 18:26 by Dora Urbancsek --><br \/>\n                    <!-- Article End -->\n                <\/div>\n<p><em> \u2018 The preceding article may include information circulated by third parties \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n<p><em> \u2018 Some details of this article were extracted from the following source euroweeklynews.com \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Artisans in Elche create intricate white palms that are sent to the Pope and Spanish Royal Family each year Credit: Shutterstock\/Bayaalta Elche has once again sent its iconic white palm leaves to global leaders ahead of Palm Sunday, continuing a long-standing tradition that links the Costa Blanca city to the wider Catholic world. 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