How Do You Celebrate Dia De Los Muertos?
Called Day of the Dead in English, Dia de los Muertos is a Mexican holiday with a complex history and it’soften celebrated differently in various regions. However, there are some standard traditions and practices associated with Dia de los Muertos across the globe. Gather with family in a cemetery to visit the graves of deceased loved ones. During this time of celebration, families tidy up and decorate the graves of departed kin. This gathering together for the celebration of Dia de los Muertos fosters a sense of community and appreciation for the dead. Tell stories about the departed. Because spirits are believed to gather around the living on Dia de los Muertos, storytelling about the deceased is observed as an act of celebration, respect and remembrance. Have a picnic in the cemetery among the graves of family members and the larger community who gather to celebrate Dia de los Muertos. Meals are often rich and robust and consist of spicy meats, sweets and chocolate drinks. Invite th
