You all know about October 31st and Halloween. Many of you are familiar with the Mexico customs at this time of the year regarding the dead.
As you can see the makeup is a true art form.
Many set up their own personal altars to honor those who have passed.
Locally here in Mazatlan there are a variety of activities to enjoy.
There is always a parade around the Plazuela Machado and in front of some other local restaurants in that area. So you simply make a dinner reservations and watch the parade pass you by so to speak.
Some parades are more elaborate than others. Mexico City always has a huge celebration.
There are hundreds and hundreds of personal celebrations at graveyards. Some hire a live band to play and all bring food and to enjoy as they sit and visit with the spirits of those that have passed.
One of the most enduring symbols of the Day of the Dead (Día de los Muertos) in Mexico is the Calavera Catrina, or simply “La Catrina”. Her skeletal face has become synonymous with Mexico’s celebration of life and death, adorned with an elegant dress and an ornate hat.
Puerto Vallarta is known for having the largest Catrinas.
Nowadays, La Catrina is everywhere during the day of the Dead. Her image is used to remind everyone that death is not something to be feared, but rather embraced as part of the human experience – from giant sculptures and costumed parades to sugar skulls and face painting.
Sadly this year Colin and I will not be able to participate but hopefully next year.
There are so many different aspects of Mexico to enjoy and to celebrate.
What a beautiful post. Thank you, I enjoyed that.
Love this post! Great pics! We always enjoyed being there for this holiday