Lectura
DÍA DE MUERTOS - MEXICO
Dia de Muertos is a special celebration that's all about life, not death. It's a time when families and friends get together to remember and honor their loved ones who have passed away. People believe that the spirits of the deceased come back to be with their families during this time.
A key part of the celebration is creating 'ofrendas,' which are like special altars. Families make these altars in their homes or at the graves of their loved ones. They decorate them with flowers, candles, food, and other things to welcome the spirits of the departed.
You might have seen 'calaveras' or sugar skulls — they're those colorful skulls decorated with icing and other edible stuff. People often give them as gifts or use them to decorate their ofrendas.
Dia de Muertos isn't just celebrated in Mexico; you can find it in other parts of Latin America and even in the United States. It's a time for people of all ages and backgrounds to come together and celebrate life and the memories of their loved ones.
