What is Day of the Dead and how is it celebrated?
What is the Day of the Dead?
The Day of the Dead is one of the most observed days in Mexican culture. Most often it is observed by Mexicans and people of Mexican descent living in other countries on November 1.
This day celebrates the lives of the deceased, who are believed to return to life for a day. The celebration honors their memories with parades, readings, and parties. Also, people also dress up in costumes to resemble skeletons or calacas. These are figures related to death who are often depicted wearing elaborate clothing or jewelry.
Day of the Dead, a Celebration for the Lost Ones
The Day of the Dead, or Dia de los Muertos, is an important celebration in the Mexican culture. It happens every year on November 1st and 2nd. Those who have passed away are honored by the celebration.
Day of the Dead celebrations are celebrated across Mexico and in other places around the world with significant Mexican influence like Canada, US, Chile and Spain. The celebrations follow different traditions but they all include food for the living and offerings for both children and adults who have passed away. The celebration also includes altars with favorite foods, drinks or objects that were important to those who have died.
Different traditions are followed by different communities to honor their loved ones that have crossed over into the spirit realm. Some traditions include sweeping gravesites before dawn on November 1st, singing