History
This ancient civilization, which revered the goddess Mictecacihuatl, held festivals in honor of their deceased ancestors, inspiring the roots of Día de los Muertos.
Who are the Aztecs?
When is day of the dead celebrated?
when are November 1st and 2nd?
This skull figure is the most well known one from day of the dead.
who is La Catrina
In the 16th century, the Spanish colonizers brought this European religion, leading to the holiday's current dates of November 1 and 2.
What is Catholicism?
Is day of the dead a happy holiday or a sad holiday?
what is happy holiday?
What flower, also known as cempasúchil, is used to guide spirits during Day of the Dead?
what are Marigold flowers
The Day of the Dead was moved to its current dates to coincide with these two Catholic holidays, celebrated on November 1st and 2nd.
What is All Saints' Day and All Souls' Day?
What is a popular choice for people who paint their faces?
who is La Cantina?
What is the skull shaped bread that is decorated with colorful icing, flowers, and foil?
what are sugar skulls?
Originally, the Aztecs held their festivals to honor the dead during what season of the year?
When is summer
This is the Spanish term for the altars built to honor deceased loved ones.
What is ofrenda?
Who started day of the dead?
Who are the Olmec?
The name of this traditional, skull-shaped bread translates to "bread of the dead."
What is pan de muerto?