Seville is dressing up for the pilgrimage to witness the departure of four of its most multitudinous El Rocío brotherhoods: Triana, Seville (El Salvador), La Macarena, and El Cerro del Águila. The day, crucial for the start of the journey to the Almonteña village, began with early pilgrim masses and departures scheduled from 8:00 AM and 9:00 AM.

City mobility has been affected by progressive traffic closures in areas such as La Resolana, the vicinity of the Parliament, the historic center, and the heart of Triana, as the processions advance towards Aljarafe. Drivers are advised to follow real-time information to avoid congestion.

After the initial rest stops, the brotherhoods will resume their journey to reach their overnight location, thus completing the first day of pilgrimage. Tomorrow will be the turn of the El Rocío brotherhood from Seville Sur.

The special coverage has provided images, testimonies, and the latest updates on the progress of the carts, detailing the current locations of the brotherhoods at key points such as Bormujos, El Zaudín, Mairena del Aljarafe, and Villamanrique de la Condesa.

Chronicles have highlighted the departures of specific brotherhoods, such as that of El Cerro, which leaves its neighborhood to join the Blanca Paloma, or that of La Macarena, which began its journey at first light. Information has also been provided on reinforced bus services between Seville and El Rocío.

Regulations on the use of fire and tobacco consumption during the pilgrimage have been another informative point, along with details on the specific routes of each brotherhood, including that of Triana, which passes by the chapel of La Estrella, and that of Seville - El Salvador, which makes a floral offering to the Virgen de los Reyes.

The El Rocío brotherhood of Seville - El Salvador has crossed the city center, passing through Plaza del Salvador and the Ayuntamiento's platform, where it was received by the municipal corporation. The brotherhood of Triana has been bid farewell in Chapina with sevillanas and has passed by the Mariners' Chapel.

The El Rocío brotherhood of La Macarena is advancing through Feria street and heading towards the basilica to bid farewell to the Virgen de la Esperanza. The El Rocío brotherhood of Seville has passed through Plaza de San Francisco and Plaza del Triunfo.

The El Rocío brotherhood of Triana has begun its pilgrimage with the 'simpecado' enthroned on its cart, while that of Seville - El Salvador departed from the collegiate church of El Salvador. The El Rocío brotherhood of La Macarena has also begun its journey after the pilgrim mass.

Departure times for key points such as the Vado de Quema and Villamanrique de la Condesa have been detailed, highlighting the emotional significance of these locations for the pilgrims. The Castrense del Rocío brotherhood was the first to begin its journey the previous day.