WHY IS IT CELEBRATED? It is an example of the harmonious relationship between Christianity and the pre Hispanic traditions found in the state of Oaxaca.
WHAT IS THE HISTORY/ORIGINS OF THIS HOLIDAY? The Day of the Dead is traced back to the indigenous people such as the Olmec, Zapotec, Mixtec, Mexican, Aztec, Maya, P'urhepecha, and Totonac.
WHEN DOES IT OCCUR? It occurs every year on November 2nd.
WHERE ARE THE FESTIVITIES HELD? The festivities are held at cemetery's and at homes.
WHAT DO THE ALTARS LOOK LIKE? Is a table with sugar skulls,marigolds, candles pictures, and the favorite food and beverages of the departed.
WHAT ARE COMPARSAS? It is a performance representing the return of the dead.
WHAT DO PEOPLE DO ON THE DAY OF THE DEAD? Families and friends gather up and pray and remember friends and relatives who have died.
OTHER INTERESTING FACTS? The Meso-American culture believes that souls of the people will return that day to be with the living.
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