Day of the Dead in Mexico
Tours in the YucatanPeninsula in Mexico Date of festival: October 31th – November 2nd The area around Mérida on the Yucatan Peninsula has many interesting sites to explore. On daily trips you have a chance to see historic sites such as Celestún, Chichen Itzá and Mayapán. They attract visitors with their intriguing Mayan history and impressive architectural characteristics. In the center of this holiday is the three day celebration of the “Day of the Death” in Mérida, known as “Hanal Pixan” in Yucatán. Families remember their loved ones who have passed away, yet at the same time celebrate that life continues. The people believe that the souls of the dead come back and are all around them. Colorful flowers as well as religious amulets cover and adorn gravesites and family altars in the homes. This festival is celebrated throughout the whole country of Mexico. However, if you would like to combine also a colonial city, the barrier reef, and...