Mexico Celebrates Three Kings' Day

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Anyone who has ever had a hard time completing their shopping before Christmas may want to spend the holidays in Mexico, where gifts are traditionally given today. Three Kings' Day, also known as The Epiphany, is the last of the twelve days of Christmas, when the Three Kings-Melchior, Caspar, and Balthazar-presented the baby Jesus with the gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. The morning of the holiday starts with gift giving and a special sweet cake called the Rosca de Reyes, in which is baked a small doll representing the baby Jesus. Whoever finds the doll in their slice of cake is expected to throw a party on February 2, Candlemas, providing the perfect excuse for another trip south of the border.

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Mexico City, Mexico
Mostly Clear
High: 73°
Low: 45°
Precip: 10% sweet!

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