Day of the DeadA Mexican tradition with Aztec roots is the honouring of the
departed with traditions that nowadays closely resemble those of
Halloween celebrated to the north. In Mexico City markets and
stores are liberally stocked with flowers, candy skulls, paper
skeletons and candles. Processions are made to cemeteries, where
vigils or even parties are held. Visitors to Mexico City who want
to make the most of the celebration head for Mixquic, a mountain
pueblo south of the city, which hosts an elaborate Event Date: 1 - 2 November 2012 Venue: Various |