Befana, Christmas Tradition of Italy - My Travel in Tuscany
Befana, Christmas Tradition of Italy Posted on La Befana is the last festivity of Christmas time in Italy celebrated every 6 January. According to the Christian tradition, on the day of Ephiphany, the three biblical Magi finally meet the baby Jesus. In the Italian Christmas folklore, we also celebrate the coming of the Befana. La Befana is represented by an old woman that, riding a broomstick through the air, delivers sweets and candies to the good kids. But she also brings coal, garlic, and onions to rascals. The name Befana probably derives from Epiphany, Epifania in Italian. The w...
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