Articles about 'La Befana Day'
December 11th, 2011
Gian Carlo Macchi wrote about Christmas in Italy and how the one who brings presents to children differs from region to region. Here’s his note:
…About Christmas here in Italy I can add something. Traditionally, it is Gesù Bambino (the Child Jesus)* who gives gifts to children. But some places, for example in Bergamo (Northern Italy),...
January 3rd, 2006
“Befana” is Italian for “Epiphany”. It’s also the name of a character from an interesting legend that strongly influenced the Italian traditions for celebrating this holiday.
On their way to deliver gifts to the baby Jesus, the Three Wise Men came across a woman named Befana. They asked her to come with them, but she...
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