Exessives in Mexico

In Mexico there are a particular celebration, every year they celebrate the day of their deads it is one of the oldest traditions 0f Mexico:

• It is not the Mexican version of Halloween. Mexicans have celebrated the Day of the Dead since the year 1800 B.C.


• It is not scary or morbid. There are no images of dead people, ghosts, witches, or the devil.


• It is not a cult. This ritual has nothing to do with cults. It is a Catholic Christian ritual mixed with folk culture. Going to mass is an essential aspect of this celebration.


• It doesn’t honor death, but they have the opportunity to reflect upon our lives, our heritage, our ancestors and the meaning and purpose of their own existence.


• Altars or ofrendas are not for worshiping but for offering our love and remembering our departed family members.


• It is not a sad ritual. It’s a day of happiness because we will be remembering our loved ones. Although when in the graveyard, people assume an introspective attitude.


• It is about Love not Fear.


• It is not a “strange” ritual. It is very similar to going to a grave and leaving flowers or stuffed animals, lighting a candle to remember the deceased.


• It is not a careless or fearless confrontation of death. It is a moment to reflect upon one’s life and the cycle of life and death.

On the other hand in Colombia this day is some different, the tradition of the day of the dead is a bit forgotten, in this country this time is taken to pay honor the dead and bring flowers to the cemetery, in addition there are no major rituals or celebrations, but is time to remember our dead, also it is used to clean and decorated the graves. On November 1 people offers gratitude for the favors granted by the Saints.
Also, people go to the churches to pray for the dead and pray for the health and happiness of the living. In Colombia the day of dead is celebrated on November 1st.

Resources: http://www.inside-mexico.com/