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  1. www.history.com › topics › halloweenDay of the Dead (Día de los Muertos) - HISTORY

    Oct 30, 2018 · The Day of the Dead (el Día de los Muertos), is a Mexican holiday where families welcome back the souls of their deceased relatives for a brief reunion that includes food, drink and...

  2. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Day_of_the_DeadDay of the Dead - Wikipedia

    The Day of the Dead (Spanish: el Día de Muertos or el Día de los Muertos) is a holiday traditionally celebrated on November 1 and 2, though other days, such as October 31 or November 6, may be included depending on the locality.

  3. www.britannica.com › topic › Day-of-the-DeadDay of the Dead | Mexican Tradition, Celebrations & Rituals

    May 28, 2024 · Mexican couple dressed to commemorate the Day of the Dead. Modern observances vary from region to region. In some rural areas, families adorn grave sites with candles, marigolds, and the favorite foods of deceased relatives in an attempt to persuade the loved ones to return for a family reunion.

  4. www.nationalgeographicla.com › historia › 2022¿Qué es el Día de los Muertos? | National Geographic

    Nov 2, 2022 · El 1 y 2 de noviembre, los mexicanos celebran el Día de los Muertos para honrar a sus difuntos. La película Coco de Disney profundiza sobre la festividad y resalta los colores y las costumbres típicas de la fecha.

  5. www.nytimes.com › article › day-of-the-dead-mexicoWhat Is Day of the Dead, the Mexican Holiday? - The New York...

    Oct 31, 2023 · MEXICO CITY — Day of the Dead, or Día de Muertos, is one of the most important celebrations in Mexico, with roots dating back thousands of years, long before Spanish settlers arrived.

  6. www.nationalgeographic.com › culture › articleTop 10 things to know about the Day of the Dead - National...

    Oct 14, 2022 · Día de los Muertos is celebrated across Mexico with skulls, skeletons, and graveside visits—but what does this beloved holiday really represent?

  7. artsandculture.google.com › story › dia-de-los-muertos-rituals-and-traditionsDia de Los Muertos: Rituals and Traditions - Google Arts &...

    Día de los Muertos traditions carry a uniquely Mexican stamp, but in essence they are a fusion of pre-Columbian rituals and European beliefs brought by the Spanish to Mesoamerica. At the...

  8. mymodernmet.com › dia-de-los-muertos-day-of-the-deadExploring Day of the Dead Traditions and the Dia de los Muertos...

    Día de los Muertos is a Mexican holiday that occurs on October 31, November 1, and November 2. Explore the Dia de Los Muertos history and different Day of the Dead traditions (including Calaveras, or sugar skulls) to understand its enduring significance.

  9. education.nationalgeographic.org › resource › what-day-deadWhat is the Day of the Dead? - National Geographic Society

    Oct 19, 2023 · Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is a celebration of life and death. While the holiday originated in Mexico, it is celebrated all over Latin America with colorful calaveras (skulls) and calacas (skeletons). Learn how the Day of the Dead started and the traditions that make it unique.

  10. www.lonelyplanet.com › articles › dia-de-los-muertos-what-to-knowDía de los Muertos: how to celebrate Mexico’s Day of the Dead

    Sep 12, 2019 · Mexico is famous for its unique treatment of death – and, by extension, of life. Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) is an ancient, complex and deeply heartfelt celebration that sees people throughout Mexico remember and pay homage to loved ones who have passed. Often misunderstood and oversimplified, Día de los Muertos is, at its root, a ...