December 12th
What is celebrated in Mexico on December 12th?
Día de la Virgen de Guadalupe.
How many nights are Las Posadas celebrated?
9 nights
This is the Spanish word for Christmas Eve
Noche Buena
Who did the Virgin of Guadalupe appear to?
Juan Diego
Whose journey do Las Posadas represent?
Mary and Joseph
This food, wrapped in corn husks, is commonly eaten at Christmas
Tamales
Where did the apparitions occur?
Tepeyac Hill
What song is sung to ask for shelter?
Pedir Posada or La Letania
This midnight church service is held on Christmas Eve
Misa de Gallo
What basilica do pilgrims visit on December 12th?
The Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe
What is broken during Las Posadas?
A piñata
These displays show the birth of Jesus in Mexican homes
Nacimientos
Many Mexicans call her this affectionate nickname
La Morenita
What do the seven points of the piñata represent?
These visitors bring gifts to children on January 6
The 3 Wise Men