Los Reyes Magos is a typical Spanish holiday celebrated on the 6th of January. It represents the three kings that went to visit Jesus when he was born. Melchor, Gaspar and Baltasar were guided by a star that led them to Belen. They gave Jesus 3 gifts. Gold, incense and myrrh. Each gift is symbolic. Gold acclaims Jesus as King of Kings, the aromatic incense acclaims Jesus as God, and myrrh (substance or perfume used in embalming dead bodies) recognizes Jesus as a mortal man.
It is also typical in Spanish families to eat "roscon de Reyes"the 6th of January. It is type of biscuit that has a little present in the inside. It can have whiped cream or candied fruit. It totally depends on the consumer of the "cake".
This is a link to go visit the "Magic Kings":
http://www.web.buzonreyesmagos.com/
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