The Day of the Dead, or Día de los Muertos, is a traditional Mexican holiday that celebrates and honors the lives of deceased loved ones

Origins of Día de los Muertos

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Origins of Día de los Muertos

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Traditions and Symbols

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Traditions and Symbols

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Traditions and Symbols

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Celebrations Across Mexico

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Celebrations Across Mexico

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Celebrations Across Mexico

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Contemporary Interpretations

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Contemporary Interpretations

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The Day of the Dead, or Día de los Muertos, is a traditional Mexican holiday that celebrates and honors the lives of deceased loved ones

Origins of Día de los Muertos

Día de los Muertos has its roots in pre-Columbian beliefs that death was a natural part of the cycle of life and that the souls of the dead could return to the world of the living for a brief time each year.

Pre-Columbian Beliefs

Origins of Día de los Muertos

With the arrival of the Spanish, Día de los Muertos became associated with the Catholic holiday All Saints' Day and All Souls' Day, which take place on November 1st and 2nd respectively.

Christian Influence

Traditions and Symbols

Ofrendas are altars created to honor and remember loved ones who have passed away. They are typically adorned with marigold flowers, candles, incense, and offerings such as food, drinks, and personal items of the deceased.

Ofrendas

Traditions and Symbols

Calaveras, or sugar skulls, are a popular symbol of Día de los Muertos. They are brightly decorated with colorful icing and often bear the name of a deceased loved one on the forehead.

Calaveras

Traditions and Symbols

Papel picado is a decorative craft made of intricately cut tissue paper. It is often used to adorn ofrendas and other Día de los Muertos decorations.

Papel Picado

Celebrations Across Mexico

Known for its elaborate altars and parades featuring costumed dancers and musicians.

Oaxaca:

Celebrations Across Mexico

An island in the middle of Lake Pátzcuaro where locals light candles and launch boats to honor the dead.

Janitzio:

Celebrations Across Mexico

A town near Mexico City that hosts a large cemetery vigil and features colorful sand tapestries and sugar skull displays.

Mixquic:

Contemporary Interpretations

Many contemporary artists use Día de los Muertos as inspiration for their work, creating pieces that incorporate traditional symbols and themes in new and innovative ways.

Artistic Expression

Contemporary Interpretations

In recent years, Día de los Muertos has also been used as a platform for social and political commentary. Some artists and activists use the holiday to draw attention to issues such as immigration, police brutality, and environmental justice.

Social and Political Commentary