![]() The festivity dates back to the 11th century, when the abbot of Cluny created a special day to honor believers who died when Christianity was still considered a sect and persecutions and executions were frequent. By the 13th century, the Roman Catholic Church established Nov. From the 11th century to 'Coco' and 'Spectre' 30 is dedicated to those who died without being baptized and are in limbo. 28 is celebrated for those who died tragically or accidentally, and Oct. Popular beliefs vary depending on the Mexican region. "It is a purely Catholic tradition that the Spaniards bring to Mexico and merges with the entire worldview or form of Mesoamerican thought. It is a festival that gives us belonging and unites us," Martínez said. ![]() cities such as Los Angeles and New York, where large offerings, parades and cultural events are held. Countries like Spain, the Philippines, Brazil and Guatemala, among others, also have traditions to celebrate their deceased.īoth public places and homes are filled with altars or offerings to commemorate loved ones with their favorite things, and decorations include cempasúchil flowers (marigolds), paper cut-outs, candles, salt, water, chocolate, sugar skulls, pan de muerto (bread of the dead) and the favorite foods and liquor of the deceased. ![]() ![]() Día de los Muertos is celebrated not just across Mexico, but also in U.S. ![]()
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