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El Dia de Los Muertos
El Dia de Los Muertos
By Felix Luu
Symbols
Skeletons represent the El dia
de los muertos because the
ones specifically made for this
event are whimsical or joyful.
The skulls express their
belief in the afterlife.
Marigolds represent death
in el dia de los muertos.
What is it?
El dia de los muertos is a Mexican holiday
that people pray for the deceased, from
friends to relative.
Who celebrates it?
It is celebrated by Mexicans and leans over
into Americans.
When is it celebrated?
El dia de los muertos is celebrated on the 31
st
of October, the 1
st
of November, and the 2
nd
of November.
Where is it celebrated?
El dia de los muertos is celebrated in Mexico
and other countries. North America also
celebrates it in most regions.
Traditional Food
Pan de muertos- Bread of the Dead
Pan de muretos is a sweet bread roll.
It is generally baked long before the actually
celebration.