The witch, Epiphany lexical corruption (from greek ἐπιφάνεια, epifáneia) through bifanìa and Befania, is a folk figure linked to the Christmas festivities, typical of some Italian regions and then spread throughout the Italian peninsula (so it reads on Wikipedia).
To get an idea on the Befana and Epiphany in general you can read the seven facts you might not know.
But you can also go to the cinema to enjoy the latest movies Paola Cortellesi, La Befana comes by night, suitable for the whole family. Do you think that in the first four days of the projection have seen over 400.000 audience, for an equal recessed 2.748.346 € (It is in theaters since last 27 December).
The the forecasts say it is a rich Befana, since it was also anticipated by Saturday as the first day of sales. In fact, according to the survey on consumption and habits of the Italians for the Holidays 2017-2018 conducted by Confesercenti with SWG., almost 28 million Italians will purchase for Epiphany, with an average budget di 68 EUR per person, an increase compared to previous years, with a total expenditure of over 1,8 billion €.
If you put off until next weekend assault to shops, it is useful to first read the article by Carlotta Scozzari, Sales and discounts, 5 simple rules to be applied in the shopping rush to avoid disappointments sound.
Alex Gaetani