Dia de Muertos

Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead) is one of my favorite Indigenous holidays, which has roots in Aztec traditions. It’s one of my favorites because the whole town goes above and beyond to honor and remember those who have passed away. The main days of celebration are November 1st, which is dedicated to children who have died, and November 2nd, which honors adults. People create ofrendas (altars) filled with offerings, and it’s believed that the spirits return from the afterlife to visit their loved ones during those days.

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