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In Wales, Palm Sunday is also known as Flower Sunday in reference to the blossoms in full flight at this time of the year. Picture: Mother's Garden

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There are many food traditions that are associated with Palm Sunday

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There are many food traditions associated with Palm Sunday
On the Sunday before his crucifixion, Jesus arrived in the city of Jerusalem and was mobbed by his many followers.
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