At the beginning of November, Mexico erupts in the colourful multi-day celebration of Día de los Muertos.
Grinning skulls, often decorated in vibrant hues, are ubiquitous, along with elaborate flower-adorned altars and papel picado — but, unlike Halloween, this isn’t a wink at the macabre. Instead, it’s a festival that fondly remembers passed loved ones. Gatherings are often full of humour, food (like pan de muerto, a sweet bread) and lighthearted epitaphs to honour the deceased.
In recent years, a new tradition has emerged: Residents of Mexico City crowd the streets to watch the Día de los Muertos parade, which stretches from Chapultepec Park to Zócalo in the city centre, with floats and live performers in elaborate costumes.
