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Day of the Dead - Honoring those who came before
Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) is a Mexican holiday celebrated on November 1-2. It's a time to honor deceased loved ones by creating ofrendas (altars) decorated with marigold flowers, photos, favorite foods, and personal mementos.
Unlike somber funerary traditions, Día de los Muertos is a joyful celebration of life and memory. Families gather to share stories, cook traditional foods, and celebrate the continued presence of their ancestors in their lives. The holiday reflects indigenous Aztec traditions blended with Catholic influences brought by Spanish colonization.
"The dead are not gone as long as we remember them. Through our memories, they live on in our hearts and minds." — Traditional Mexican saying