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

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   Like other Day of the Dead traditions around the world, Giorno dei Morti is a day dedicated to honoring the lives of those who have died. Additionally, it is a tradition that teaches children not to be afraid of death.

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     Day of the Dead: A Celebration of Life (2020) | Documentary

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     Hollywood Undead - Day Of The Dead (Official Music Video)

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

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   Oct 30, 2018 · Learn about the origins, celebrations and parade of the Day of the Dead (Día de los Muertos), a Mexican holiday that honors the deceased. Discover how it blends Mesoamerican, European and Spanish cultures, and how it differs from Halloween.

4. www.bbc.co.uk › newsround › 63482332Day of the Dead: What is it and how is it celebrated? - BBC ...

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   Nov 2, 2022 · Learn about the origins, traditions and symbols of Día de los Muertos, a festival that honours the cycle of life and death in Mexico. Find out how people set up altars, decorate graves, dress up as skulls and enjoy parades of alebrijes.

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

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   • Video Duration: 2 min

   • Author: Logan Ward

   • The holiday dates back thousands of years.
   • It has been recognized by UNESCO.
   • Altars are an important tradition...
   • and so are literary calaveras...

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

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   May 28, 2024 · The Day of the Dead is about honouring dead loved ones and making peace with the eventuality of death by treating it familiarly, without fear and dread. The holiday is derived from the rituals of the pre-Hispanic peoples of Mexico. Led by the goddess Mictecacihuatl, known as “Lady of the Dead,” the celebration lasted a month.

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   • In Spanish the Day of the Dead is known as Día de los Muertos.
   • The Day of the Dead is a holiday celebrated in Mexico, and it is also observed to a lesser extent in other areas of Latin America and the United St...

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

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   Oct 19, 2023 · Learn about the origins and traditions of Día de los Muertos, a colorful holiday that honors the deceased in Mexico and Latin America. Find out how people create altars, decorate skulls and skeletons, and remember their loved ones.

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

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   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.

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    Where did the day of the dead come from?

    • 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.

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    Is day of the dead a Mexican version of Halloween?

    • Hector Colin brings marigolds to decorate the graveyard in Carpinteros, Mexico, for Day of the Dead. Celebrated each year on November 1 and 2, the holiday uses a blend of pre-Columbian and Spanish traditions to honor deceased family members. Here’s one thing we know: Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is not a Mexican version of Halloween.

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    What do people eat on day of the dead?

    • During contemporary Day of the Dead festivities, people commonly wear skull masks and eat sugar candy molded into the shape of skulls. The pan de ánimas of All Souls Day rituals in Spain is reflected in pan de muerto, the traditional sweet baked good of Day of the Dead celebrations today.

    Day of the Dead (Día de los Muertos) - HISTORY

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    When is the day of the dead in Mexico?

    • 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 celebration. A blend of Mesoamerican ritual, European religion and Spanish culture, the holiday is celebrated each year from October 31-November 2.

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