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dayOn this day are honored the deaths of all children who died under the age of two by the order of King Herod, who learned from the Magi about the birth of Christ (Messiah).

In Ecuador on this day are all sorts of fiestas, jokes and pranks. The main rule of this holiday is that no one can be offended from December 28 to January 6.

Historically, the celebration was accompanied by costumed parades, people walked along the main streets of cities. In these parades participated anyone from small to large. Nowadays, this tradition is somewhat forgotten, but there are still places where it is still relevant and attracts many participants.