Top 4: Navidad en Mexico- traditional christmas celebrations

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Top 4:Navidad En Mexico- Traditional Christmas Celebrations

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Top 4:Navidad En Mexico- Traditional Christmas Celebrations

Origin of Navidad En Mexico

The origin of Navidad En Mexico or simply Christmas in Mexico is can be traced back to the first saint of the region, St Juan Diego. St Diego was an early Christian convert had a vision of the Virgin Mary which contributed to the Christianization of the people in the region. This event is celebrated by keeping the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe which is popular yuletide custom in Mexico.

Poinsettias or Noche Buenas

Poinsettias or Noche Buenas

The Posadas are a serious of processions that reenact the struggle of Joseph and Mary to find shelter under which Christ can be born. Groups of people knock on doors looking to come in however after knocking on two such houses a third designated house lets them in where they sing carols around a nativity scene.

Three Wise Men Day

The Three Wise Men Day which is celebrated on January 6th is a symbolic celebration of visit of the magi who bore gifts for the infant Jesus. Mexicans by and large give gifts to their children on this day.

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