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Good Friday events from around the world

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Thousands of Catholics and Protestants around the world are observing Good Friday, commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. Pilgrims —some with large wooden crosses on their backs — walked the Stations of the Cross, each marking an event that befell Jesus on his final journey. Here’s a look at some of the events held around the globe.

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London: An actor portraying Jesus carries the crucifix during the Wintershall's "The Passion of Jesus" in front of crowds on Good Friday at Trafalgar Square.

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London: An actor portraying Jesus speaks to his disciples while playing Jesus during the Wintershall's "The Passion of Jesus" in front of crowds on Good Friday at Trafalgar Square.

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Mumbai, India: An Indian penitent dressed as Jesus Christ takes part in a re-enactment of the Stations of the Cross on Good Friday.

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Navarra, Spain: Penitents take part in the re-enactment of the Stations of the Cross.

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Jerusalem: Catholic pilgrims carry the cross as they march at the Via Dolorosa in the Old City of Jerusalem, during the Good Friday part of the Easter procession.

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Hiendelaencina, Spain: People re-enact the crucifixion during a rehearsal of a portrayal of Christ's suffering.

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Procida, Italy: Penitents carry a wooden structure called "Pope Francis Open Jubilee door" during a procession for Good Friday.

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Procida, Italy: Penitents carry a wooden structure called "Apocalypse" during a procession for Good Friday in the small island of Procida in the Gulf of Naples.

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Lahore, Pakistan: Pakistani Christian worshippers attend Mass to mark Good Friday at St. Anthony's Church.

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Cutud, Philippines: A man portraying Jesus is hoisted by volunteers after he was attached to a wooden cross during a re-enactment on Good Friday.

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London: A re-enactment of the Passion of Jesus Christ is performed at Trafalgar Square to mark Good Friday.

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