Day-of-the-Dead

Day-of-the-Dead

When & Where November 1st & 2nd, throughout Mexico and in parts of America by people of Mexican descent. San Fransisco has an excellent celebration of Dia de los Muertos.

Why Dia De Los Muertos, as it's known in Spanish is a celebration of people who have passed away. It is a mix between Catholic tradition and Aztec rituals for the deceased. It's a time of prayer & communicating with the dead but also a time to celebrate your life. Traditions include building an altar to loved ones adorned with skulls (fake ones), sugar skulls, tall candles, Marigold flowers and enjoying a feast of their favourite food.

Getting there Flights to Mexico, North & Latin America are available here


Accomodation There are good Hostels as well as good Hotels available when you click here.

What to expect Parades throughout the streets, sugar skulls, rituals at graveyards trying to contact relatives. Pan de Muerto (bread of the dead) It is a very strange time as a tourist in Mexico because the Mexicans will tell you they contacted someone who has passed away. But the most beautiful thing is if anyone did see a ghost they would not be scared because this is what they want.

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