Christmas Lasts Longer in Mexico

If you like to spend Christmas abroad, you should know that in Mexico, rather than finishing on January 1st, celebrations continue until February! So spoil yourself with a trip south of the border and enjoy the warmth of Mexican hospitality.

January 6th is the most awaited day by children because traditionally, it is not only the religious festivity of Epiphany but also the day the Three Wise Men bring the most and best toys and gifts.

During the evenings before the great celebration on January 6th, families go to the Alameda in Mexico City, a beautiful park that dates back to the Colonial era. There, every year, hundreds of stands display food, toys and best of all, there are sets where the children can have their picture taken with the Three Kings of the Orient.

Adults throughout Mexico also celebrate this day with the Rosca de Reyes or Three Kings Bread. People in every home, school, office and organization gather to share the stretched, ring-shaped bread. But, beware of getting the piece of bread that has the hidden baby Jesus doll, because if you are this lucky, you must to return to Mexico on February 2nd to host a Candlemas Tamales party!

For more information, please visit www.visitmexico.com.