TRAVEL. TRADITIONS

In Mexico, We Are Not Afraid of Death, But of Dying and not Being Remembered

Día de Muertos as an homage to our ancestors and as a recall that we are here to enjoy life

By Gladys Carmina

In Mexico, We Celebrate the Lived Lives of our Ancestors and Embrace their Memories Every Year

Unless you have seen someone lost a loved one, you will hardly understand the depth of this Mexican tradition. Regardless if you watched the movie Coco.

Día de Muertos is way more than painted faces, colourful figures and candy skulls. Mexico is a catholic country, therefore Mexican culture is a mix of religion and ancient traditions.

by Gladys Carmina

Most Mexicans have faith in these two promises:

1. God will save the decedent’s souls
2. The spirits will come home once a year

Two years ago both of my grandpas died.

My mom and my dad cried to their parents six months apart one from the other. In one of the services, the priest said…