El Dia
de los Muertos is a tradition that is celebrated in Mexico for over 500
years. It is celebrated on November 1st
and 2nd. This is a time to
remember and honor loved ones who have passed away. It is not supposed to be sad or scary; it’s a
time to celebrate life itself. In Mexico
on these two days people create altars that are filled with food, photographs,
candles, skulls, flowers, etc. to remember all the great memories from those
who have passed away. Some Mexicans
decorate and set up altars at the grave sites as well. The calavera,
or skeleton is an important symbol during Dia del los Muertos. On these two special days there are many
types of toys, food, masks and miniatures made to look like skulls or
skeletons.
