The seven peaks symbolize the deadly sins and must be destroyed blindfolded (alluding to the fact that faith is blind), with the help of a stick that demonstrates virtue, ending temptations.
The sweets and other sweets inside the piƱata represented the riches of the kingdom of heaven, therefore the teaching that was accompanied with faith and a single virtue, could overcome sin and receive all the rewards of heaven.
Typical foods of the inns
Typical foods for this celebration include: punch, tamales, tostadas, tacos, pambazos, quesadillas, atole, corn, and more.
In what other countries are they celebrated?
Posadas are popular festivals that are celebrated in Mexico, Honduras, Guatemala, El Salvador, Costa Rica, and Panama, during the nine days before Christmas Eve.