On January 6th, while much of the world has already packed away its Christmas decorations, Peru is still celebrating. The Bajada de Reyes, also known as Three Kings’ Day or the Epiphany of the Lord, marks the true closing of the Christmas season in the country.
However, unlike most other Christmas holidays, the Bajada de Reyes is not only a religious event; it symbolizes how the faith, family, and Andean Culture keep their connection moving forward. Since the Inca Empire, Many Peruvians have preserved their ancient tradition of sharing food and celebrating together; therefore, the Bajada de Reyes is still celebrated today by the communities in and around Cusco and the Sacred Valley with various forms of music, dance and art made from traditional techniques used by artisans all over the world.
