14 Day of the Dead photos to make you fall in love with Mexico

The Day of the Dead is one of the most important traditions in Mexico. A celebration in which people remember their loved ones who have passed away, spend time with them and make all kinds of offerings. It is a special moment to remember that death is nothing more than a step towards eternity and that there is no need to fear it. It is a joyful festival where life is celebrated with food, music and lots of colours. These are some of the Day of the Dead photos that will make you fall in love with Mexican culture and want to go to Mexico if you haven’t had the chance to live this incredible experience yet.

1. During the 1st and 2nd of November the dead descend to the earthly world to be reunited with their loved ones.

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2. Offerings are made to the dead with drinks, food, flowers and candles.

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3. UNESCO has proclaimed the Day of the Dead as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.

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4. It’s a day to honour and celebrate life.

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5. And dress up as La Catrina (based on the creation of cartoonist José Guadalupe).

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6. The cempasúchil is the flower used to attract the souls of the deceased.

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7. Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera, among others, are also honoured.

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8. The holiday is celebrated with music, dancing and parades.

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9. The streets are filled with skeletons.

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10. And other figures made of paper mache.

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11. As well as the skulls, which embody rebirth.

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12. “Till death do us part”.

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13. Among the ofrendas, pan de muerto is typical.

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14. The party starts on 31 October and ends on 2 November.

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15. what are you waiting for?

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