Day of the Dead

About

Day of the Dead (Día de Muertos) is a vibrant Mexican celebration honoring ancestors and deceased loved ones. It combines indigenous and Catholic traditions, evolving from pre-Hispanic rituals to align with All Saints' Day and All Souls' Day. The holiday is observed on November 1 and 2, with festivities beginning earlier to honor different groups. Families create colorful altars, known as ofrendas, adorned with marigolds, candles, sugar skulls, and personal items of the deceased. The celebration includes parades, traditional foods like pan de muerto, and visits to cemeteries. It's a time for families to reunite with their ancestors' spirits, sharing stories and memories. The festival emphasizes the connection between life and death, embracing mortality as a natural part of existence. Symbols like La Catrina and sugar skulls represent the inevitability and equality of death. While influenced by global events, Día de Muertos remains a deeply rooted cultural tradition in Mexico and beyond.