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What is Candlemas (Candelora) and where is it celebrated?
The Candlemas Festival The name ‘Candelora’ (Candlemas) arises from the popular tradition of blessing and distributing to the faithful the candles of Jesus which are said to defend the recipients against calamity and storms. In fact, lit candles symbolize Jesus Christ, the light of the world or light to enlighten Read more…