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DIA DE LOS MUERTOS
Although it occurs at the same time as Halloween, the celebration
of Dia de Los Muertos is a much brighter occassion, with an emphasis
on honoring the lives of departed loved ones and celebrating
the continuation of life. Instead of fearing death, the
indigenous people of Mexico embraced it. To them, life
was a dream, and only in death did they become truly awake. Enjoy
face painting, street theater performances, strolling mariachi
bands, Aztec dancers, puppets, ballet folklorico and other fun
family activities. Dia De Los Muertos community altars
will also be on display in the plaza and in the various shops
on Olvera Street. On October 25th, the pre-Columbian Novenario
begins. This traditional nine-night candlelight procession
evokes special memories of deceased loved ones with colorful
pageantry, indigenous blessings, lively music and free refreshments. It
culminates on November 2nd.
Dia de los Muertos 2004
Dia de los Muertos parade
Dia De Los Muertos
Dia De Los Muertos
Photo (s) by Ezekiel Tarango
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