Epiphany

Epiphany, known as **Dia de Reis** (Day of Kings) in Andorra, is a cherished holiday celebrated on **January 6th**. It marks the culmination of the Christmas season and commemorates the visit of the Three Wise Men (Melchior, Caspar, and Balthazar) to the baby Jesus. In Andorra, this day is filled with festive traditions, family gatherings, and religious significance. One of the highlights of Epiphany in Andorra is the **Cavalcade of the Three Kings**, a colorful parade where the Three Wise Men ride through towns and villages, often on horseback or decorated floats, distributing sweets and small gifts to children. Families attend church services, and children eagerly await the arrival of the Kings, who are believed to bring presents, much like Santa Claus in other cultures. A traditional sweet treat enjoyed during this time is the **Roscón de Reyes**, a ring-shaped cake often filled with cream or chocolate and decorated with candied fruits. A small figurine and a bean are hidden inside the cake, and whoever finds the figurine is said to have good luck for the year, while the person who finds the bean is responsible for buying the cake the following year. Epiphany in Andorra is a time of joy, reflection, and community, blending religious customs with festive celebrations that bring families and neighbors together.