befana Archivi - Eat and Walk Italy

On 6 January 2021
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Befana: the Italian tradition of the Epiphany

The Befana is the least known Italian figure linked to the Epiphany feast in the world. According to the tradition, the character of the Befana visits the homes of Italy between 5th and 6th January, during Epiphany Eve. The goal of this elderly lady who flies with a broom is to fill the stockings that [...]