Every year, citizens of Mexico remember loved ones that have died through a special celebration called "Dia de los Muertos" or "Day of the Dead". On November 2nd people gather together in homes and cemeteries, they pray, make offerings and celebrate with a big party that involves lots of eating and drinking.
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| Day of the Dead banners decorate the streets of Puerto Vallarta. |
Similar to All Saints Day, which Catholics celebrate on November 1st, Dia de los Muertos is much more festive. People will dress up in fancy clothing, some even in costumes. Villages and homes are decorated with images of brightly coloured skeletons and skulls. You can see these decorations for sale in Mexico all year round, they have become a symbol of the country and Mexican culture.
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Day of the Dead figurines can be bought at most souvenir shops.
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Unfortunately I wasn't able to experience Dia de los Muertos firsthand as I arrived in Mexico at the end of November, but maybe we can have our own Day of the Dead celebration in our Canadian classrooms? Any excuse for a party is a good idea by me!
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