Dia de los Muertos is the Latin American holiday celebrating those who have died. Altars, sugary treats, song and dance are all a part of the celebration. On this day, participants widely believe that the spirits of the deceased return the realm of the living. Somewhat similar to Halloween, many dress in colorful costumes and candies are exchanged. In addition, offerings are gathered and placed at altars for the dead, these are called "ofrendas" in Spanish and can be quite elaborate.
Use the menu on the left to explore this holiday and learn about the many different customs, colors and celebrations associated with this Latin American holiday!