La Catrina
El dibujante que crean la imagen de La Catrina
¿Quien es José Guadalupe Posada?
This traditional piece of mexican culture is used to offer food and goods to deceased relatives
What is an Ofrenda?
This ancient mayan god rules what is known as the place of the forgotten
Who is Xibalba?
This traditional song is often played during Día de los Muertos celebrations to honor deceased loved ones.
What is "La Llorona"?
La Catrina is often depicted wearing this type of clothing
¿Qué es el estilo europeo?
This edible treat is used to represent a loved one
What is a sugar skull?
The Aztecs believed that offerings to the dead, like incense and food, would help the deceased do what
What is to make their journey to the underworld?
This legendary creature, said to feast on the blood of livestock, is often associated with stories of death and the supernatural in Mexican folklore.
What is El Chupacabra?
José Guadalupe Posada’s original etching of La Catrina was made around this year.
¿Que es 1910?
These are used to attract souls to the altars and are spread across walkways and graves.
What are marigolds?
This food is and was a prominent part of indigenous/aztec culture and is now a staple of Dia de Los Muertos as an offering
What are tamales?
This legendary creature is said to guard hidden treasures and is often depicted as a large, fierce dog or serpent in folklore.
What is El Nahual?
This famous Mexican muralist helped popularize La Catrina by including her in his mural "Sueño de una Tarde Dominical en la Alameda Central."
¿Quién es Diego Rivera?
This is used to guide souls to the alters as well but through it aroma
What is copal incense?
This is known as the underworld in Aztec mythology
What is Mictlan?
This popular folk dance from the state of Jalisco is often performed with lively music and colorful costumes, celebrating Mexican culture.
What is the Jarabe Tapatío?
La Catrina was originally known by this name before she became popular as a symbol of Día de los Muertos.
¿Qué es la Calavera Garbancera?
This type of mexican folk art is seen throughout the day of dead celebration and represents the union between life and death
What is papel picado?
This pre-Hispanic goddess of death, associated with the underworld, is honored during Día de los Muertos.
Who is Mictecacihuatl?
This mythical bird, often associated with the sun, is a symbol of rebirth in various Mesoamerican cultures.
What is the Quetzal?