After a difficult year and no small number of obstacles, Their Majesties the Three Kings of the East have shown, once again, that not even bad weather can dampen the excitement of the little ones. The heavy rain forecast for Sunday forced a change of plans, delaying their arrival in Manilva, but Melchior, Gaspar and Balthazar have not given up: after braving rough seas, muddy roads and unpredictable clouds, they will finally be in our municipality this Monday 5 January to meet the children of Manilva.
According to information received by our newsroom, this year’s journey has been especially difficult. The camels had to shelter more than once and the royal procession has had to look for alternative routes in order to reach our municipality in time. The promise had been made to all the children… and the Kings always keep their word.
Handing in letters to the Three Kings
The Culture department, headed by Eva Galindo, invites everyone to take part in the traditional handing in of letters to the Three Kings, which will finally take place this Monday at the churches of the municipality.
🕙 Times:
- 11:00 · Iglesia del Castillo de la Duquesa
- 11:30 · Iglesia de San Luis de Sabinillas
- 12:30 · Iglesia Santa Ana de Manilva
A special, intimate moment for the little ones to hand over their wishes in person, share a smile and receive a knowing look from Their Majesties, from which they can work out whether their requests in the letter will come true.
Grand Three Kings Parade
In the afternoon, the excitement will take to the streets with the eagerly awaited Three Kings Parade, organised by the Fairs and Festivals department, headed by Rogelio Pascual. A parade full of light, music and joy will travel through the whole municipality, bringing happiness to every community.
Route:
🕓 16:00 · El Castillo de la Duquesa
Monumento, c/ El Estanquillo, plazas Baños Romanos and Miramar and Avda. Europa.
🕔 17:00 · Sabinillas
Calles José Cadalso, Duquesa de Arcos, Aurora de Albornoz, Avda. Andalucía, c/ Miguel Delibes and Usos Múltiples.
🕡 18:30 · Manilva
Calles Doctor Álvarez Leiva, Mar, Iglesia, Cuartel, Cruces, Jimena and Mar.
After a journey marked by rain and waiting, the Three Kings arrive more eager than ever to spread joy. Manilva is preparing for an unforgettable day, in which the magic will beat the storms and the children’s smiles will once again be the real stars.
