1 The processions of the Three Kings in Spain
In Spain, Epiphany will be real fun for adults and children: in fact they will take place in a festive way processions of the Three Kings who bring Christmas gifts to deserving children. For this reason, outside the doors of the house you can come across delicacies and drinks left for their refreshment, as well as a shoe where the three kings can leave the long-awaited gifts.
2 Denmark, between the cold and Christmas sweets
If you don't fear the cold, don't miss the opportunity to fly in Denmark and to experience the atmosphere of the holidays, tasting typical Christmas sweets such as vanilla biscuits called pebbernødder, fried klejner, honey cakes, rum balls.
3 Young Three Kings on the Hungarian streets
In Hungary for the Epiphany you will be able to meet the very young Three Kings: on January 6th the children dress up as Gaspare, Melchiorre, Belshazzar and parade through the streets carrying a nativity scene with them and knocking from door to door to receive some coins in exchange.
4 Janeiras, the songs in Portugal
Ready to sing and dance? In Portugal the day of the Epiphany, called "Dia de Reis", i.e. "Day of the Magi", marks the end of the holidays with the "Janeiras", traditional songs that are sung in the streets or in churches to wish a Happy New Year.
5 Malta, between cribs and concerts
Concerts, shows, artistic nativity scenes: in Malta there are many events not to be missed to make the most of the last days of celebration!
6 France and Belgium, bon appetit with the Galette de rois
If you fly in French or Belgium, on the occasion of January 6, don't forget to taste the Galette de rois, an almond-based cake that hides a small broad bean: whoever is lucky enough to receive it on the plate during the division of the slices will be decreed king or queen for the day.
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7 Czech Republic, sweets and biscuits for children
Epiphany not only marks the end of the Christmas holidays, but is also the beginning of the Carnival period: in Czech Republic it is tradition for children to dress like the three Wise Men and go around the houses in the neighborhood to bring smiles and joy. In exchange they receive sweets and biscuits.
8 Great Britain, Twelfth Night and the holly spirits
In Britain the saying "Epiphany takes all the holidays away" is well known and January 6th is called the "Twelfth Night". According to legend, on this occasion crazy spirits are awakened who hide in the holly to play pranks on unfortunate people!
9 Greece, the blessing of the waters to chase away evil spirits
In Greece Epiphany is considered a great religious holiday and celebrates the baptism of Jesus: on this occasion the water is blessed and purified to ward off evil spirits from the earth.
10 In Germany Epiphany among the houses
In Germany on the occasion of the Epiphany the traditional house blessing ceremony takes place: immediately after the Holy Mass the priests go from house to house, singing typical songs and collecting offerings. The children of the chosen houses mark the door of the house with chalk to indicate the passage of the blessing that has taken place.
11 Ireland, Epiphany is women's Christmas
In Ireland It is above all women who celebrate: the day of the Epiphany is known in Irish Gaelic as Nollaig na mBean, "Women's Christmas". Thus, women traditionally dedicate themselves to friendships and fun, while sons and husbands take care of taking down the Christmas decorations. In fact, an old Irish belief says that all decorations and decorations must be dismantled on January 6th, otherwise you risk facing bad luck.
12 Holland, the festive atmosphere
In Holland, the Epiphany is not celebrated and January 6th is a working day like any other: however, it can be an excellent opportunity to enjoy the beautiful city of Amsterdam still surrounded by the Christmas atmosphere!
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