Christmas carols, origin and characteristics

These receive different names in each region, such as Koliadki, Koleda, Pastorali, Weihnachtslieder, Christmas Carols, etc., although the most famous carol, «Night of Peace,» came by chance in Austria and has translated to hundreds of languages. Other popular Christmas songs include «Jingle Bells«, originally from the United States.

There are carols that have become classics for the holidays.

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The most popular carols

Despite the most famous carols in the world, there are some that occupy a special place in Mexican popular culture.

«Rough borriquito»

This carol, that it tells Maria and José to Belénit is very popular in Mexican inns and is usually sung while taking the image of the Child Jesus.

«The shepherds to Bethlehem»

This Christmas carol counts the History of the shepherds who are going to worship the child Jesus. His simple melody and his moving letter have made him a classic.

«My sabanero burrito»

Although of Venezuelan origin, This Christmas carol has been popular in Mexico, especially among children.

«Campana bell»

Despite his Andalusian origin, This carol is one of the most sung in Mexico, especially during the inns.

«Night of Peace»

Although its Origin is Austrian, Peace night is one of the carol more translated and sung worldwide, including Mexico.

«The fish in the river»

The Arab influence in this carol You can see in your melody and in some of your phrases.

«Blanca Christmas»

Despite being a relatively recent composition, Blanca Christmas has become a classic indisputable of Christmas.