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Mexico’s Day of the Dead (Día de los Muertos) is a chance to delebrate, rather than mourn, the deceased.  While the celebrations have evolved and may vary from region to region, they’re always full of color and merriment.

According to Mexican tradition, on November 1 and 2, the spirits of the deceased can return to visit their families.  Day for the Dead celebrations are held to help guide those spirits to their families.  In preparation, families clean and decorate gravesites with ofrendas (altars).  These altars include personal trinkets as well as traditional items like sugar skulls.