Los Reyes

three kings

Though some children will have already received a gift, it is traditional to await the visit of the three kings, Los Reyes.

In the first week of January, just before school opens her doors for the new spring term, Los Reyes arrive in Canillas. The three kings, elegantly clad, mount their steeds at sundown and begin their procession through the village streets to the plaza. Along the way, accompanied by an entourage of adults and children armed with bags, the Kings throw fistfuls of tiny sweets, caramelos, into the air and into the open doorways. Fun for everyone. On arrival at the plaza the processions stops, the Kings dismount and take up their thrones. Each child of the village is called by name and given a kiss and a gift. As presents are un-wrapped there is a great atmosphere of excitement and the little people of the village are happy. Many families will take the opportunity to have a final family Christmas supper and the children have only a few remaining days to play with their new toys before school calls her scholars back to study.