"Þrettándinn" refers to "Þrettándinn" or "Þrettándaball," which is the Icelandic term for "Twelfth Night" or "Epiphany." It is celebrated in Iceland on January 6th, marking the end of the Christmas season. This day is significant in Icelandic tradition and folklore.
On Þrettándinn, there are various customs and traditions observed in Iceland. One of the most popular traditions involves bonfires lit around the country to symbolize the end of the Christmas season and the arrival of longer days as winter wanes. People gather around these bonfires, singing and celebrating together.
Another notable tradition involves a game where people gather to cut open special cream-filled pastries known as "Þrettándabollur." One of these pastries contains a hidden almond, and the person who finds it in their pastry is considered lucky and receives a small gift or prize.
Overall, Þrettándinn is a festive and symbolic day in Iceland, bringing communities together to mark the end of the holiday season and welcome the changing seasons ahead.
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