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Celebrate the Day of the Dead on Nov. 2 and honor those who have passed away! This holiday has been celebrated for centuries in Mexico and is a time to remember and celebrate the lives of those we have lost. The Day of the Dead is a vibrant celebration filled with colorful decorations, food, music, and festivities. It is believed that on this day, the living can unite with their deceased loved ones to share stories and memories. So don't be afraid to dance, laugh, and celebrate your departed friends and family – it's sure to be an unforgettable experience!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Origins of the Holiday</div><div class='timeline-text'>By the late 1800s, Day of the Dead had become a well-established, culturally significant holiday celebrated throughout Mexico.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1947</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Iconic Calaveras</div><div class='timeline-text'>Artist José Guadalupe Posada creates the iconic image of La Calavera Catrina, a female skeleton dressed in high fashion, which becomes synonymous with Day of the Dead.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1980s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>International Recognition</div><div class='timeline-text'>Day of the Dead starts to gain recognition outside Mexico, with celebrations beginning to pop up in areas with large Mexican populations, such as the United States.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2003</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>UNESCO Recognition</div><div class='timeline-text'>UNESCO declares Mexico's "Indigenous festivity dedicated to the dead" as an Intangible Cultural Heritage, further increasing its international status.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Spotlight in Media</div><div class='timeline-text'>Animated film "Coco" places Day of the Dead center stage, showcasing the holiday's meaningful traditions to audiences worldwide.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make an ofrenda</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>This traditional Mexican offering should include photos of the deceased, food, drinks, candles and other items they enjoyed while they were alive.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit a cemetery</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Visiting the gravesite of a loved one and leaving something special for them to show your love and respect is a beautiful way to celebrate Day of the Dead.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Prepare traditional food</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Treat your family and friends to traditional Day of the Dead dishes like pan de muerto (bread of the dead) and tamales.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a gathering</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite friends and family over to celebrate Day of the Dead. Decorate with sugar skulls, marigolds, candles, and paper banners. Play Mexican music and host a traditional dinner.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a craft project</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Day of the Dead crafts are a great way to honor your loved ones who have passed away. Try creating paper flowers, sugar skulls, or paper mache figures.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It honors the deceased</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The Day of the Dead is important because it provides a way for people to remember and honor their departed loved ones. Families gather together, tell stories, and share photographs of those who have passed away as a way to ensure that their memory lives on in the hearts of those they left behind.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Celebrates life</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The Day of the Dead is not just about death and mourning - it is also about celebrating life. The holiday focuses on joy and precious memories shared between family members while they are still alive. It serves as an opportunity to appreciate the time we all have with each other while we can.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Cultural Appreciation</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The Day of the Dead is an important cultural celebration that has been around since ancient times. Paying homage to our ancestors, honoring them through honoring traditions, allows us to preserve and appreciate our rich history. Through observing this special day, we gain insight into our culture's religious beliefs and values.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Day of the Dead is not considered a sad holiday</h3><p class='facts-content'>Contrary to what some people may think due to its association with death, Day of the Dead is a joyful holiday. The belief is that the deceased would be insulted by mourning or sadness and instead, their lives are celebrated with festivities.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Cempasuchil (Marigold) is the traditional flower used for altars</h3><p class='facts-content'>This vibrant orangish-yellow flower, also known as the 'flower of the dead', is believed to guide the spirits to their altars using their vibrant colors and scent.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>A year-long preparation goes into Day of the Dead</h3><p class='facts-content'>Families start preparing for the festivities almost a year in advance, collecting items and saving money needed for the celebration. Some even build altars in their homes all year round.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Calacas and Calaveras play a significant role</h3><p class='facts-content'>Calacas (skeletons) and Calaveras (skulls), often humorously depicted, are everywhere during Day of the Dead. They are used in everything from decorations to food, signifying the acceptance and reverence towards mortality.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Traditional food goes beyond candy skulls</h3><p class='facts-content'>While candy skulls are well-known, other traditional foods include 'pan de muerto', a special type of sweet bread, 'mole', a complex Mexican sauce, and varieties of corn-based dishes and beverages.</p></div></div>
Day of the Dead is celebrated on November 2 every year. In 2024 Day of the Dead will occur on a Saturday.
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