Day of the Dead in Mexico: how it differs from Halloween and what lies behind the sugar skulls
On November 1 and 2, Mexico celebrates Día de Muertos — a holiday where deceased loved ones are welcomed as returning guests: with photographs on the home altar, paths of marigolds, and the departed's favorite food. We look at the tradition's origins, its UNESCO recognition, and its path into pop culture — from 'Coco' to Barbie. On November 1 and 2, Mexico celebrates Día de Muertos — a holiday where deceased loved ones are welcomed as returning guests: with photographs on the home altar, paths of marigolds and the favorite foods of the departed. We look at the origins of the tradition, its UNESCO recognition and its path into pop culture — from 'Coco' to Barbie.
Aziz Karimov