Today marks the celebration of Epiphany for Orthodox Christians.
In countries such as Turkey, Epiphany is a major holiday for Orthodox Christians that celebrate the birth and baptism of Jesus.
The day is honored by holding religious services, such as Blessing of Water ceremonies at lakes, rivers and seafronts.
In other countries such as Russia, Serbia and Ukraine where a different religious calendar is observed, today is Christmas Eve.
For Roman Catholics and Protestants, today is the celebration of the story of the Wise Men who followed a star to Jesus’ cradle.
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