Dia De Los Muertos: A Celebration of Life and Death
Dia De Los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is a Mexican cultural celebration that honors friends and family who have died. Although it coincides with Halloween, it is a distinct tradition.
Día de los Muertos is a day to honor your ancestors and your deceased loved ones and to welcome them back with altars of their favorite things, pictures, candles, and marigolds.
People pay their respects with ornate makeup looks, altars, and traditional items like marigolds and candles. MUA artist Judith Batista specializes in creating opulent skull designs to adorn the faces of those paying reverence.
- Celebrated on November 1-2
- Honors ancestors and deceased loved ones
- Traditional items include altars, marigolds, and candles
Author's summary: Dia De Los Muertos is a unique celebration honoring the dead.
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