They build an altar.
Relatives and friends who have passed away.
It is a Spanish holiday in which they honor their deceased relatives. It is NOT Halloween.
They build an altar.
During day of the dead? Offerings or altars composed of Mexican marigold petals, chopped paper (papel picado), sugar skulls, candles, foods enjoyed by the deceased and items such as cigars and Alcoholic Beverages. The legend says that during those two days (November 1 & 2), the souls of the deceased roam the earth to visit their relatives. Candles are there to show them the way in and out of the world of the living; foods and other items are displayed there for them to remember their tastes and feelings when they were alive.
It is not a picnic by itself; on their dead relatives graves, they assemble altars with food, beverages and stuff likened by the deceased with the intention to honor them.
During day of the dead? Offerings or altars composed of Mexican marigold petals, chopped paper (papel picado), sugar skulls, candles, foods enjoyed by the deceased and items such as cigars and Alcoholic Beverages. The legend says that during those two days (November 1 & 2), the souls of the deceased roam the earth to visit their relatives. Candles are there to show them the way in and out of the world of the living; foods and other items are displayed there for them to remember their tastes and feelings when they were alive.
Yes, Mexicans make altars to honor the dead as part of the tradition of Day of the Dead (Día de los Muertos). These altars, known as ofrendas, are decorated with photographs, candles, flowers, food, and other offerings to remember and celebrate their deceased loved ones. It is a way to maintain a connection with the departed and to show respect and reverence for their memory.
In memory of
Dead relatives or ancestors
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Day of the Dead (Dia de los Muertos), celebrated between October 31st and November 2nd, is a celebration in which Mexicans remember and honor their deceased loved ones. Though it may sound gloomy or morbid, it's not. It's a festive and colorful holiday. Mexicans visit cemeteries, decorate the graves and spend time there - in the presence of their deceased friends and family members. They also make elaborately decorated altars (sometimes called ofrendas) in their homes to welcome the spirits.
To honor and cherish the memory of the deceased.