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Mexican culture « Nina Schmidt ~ Vancouver German and Spanish Lessons
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24 Oct 2012

Cultural Corner: Day of the Dead

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Cultural Corner: Day of the Dead

The Day of the Dead or El día de los muertos is a Mexican national holiday celebrated every year on the first two days of November. On these dates Mexicans remember family members and friends who have passed away.  Modern practices are a blend of pre-Columbian beliefs and the Catholic observance of All Souls’ Day. While the Day of the Dead is also observed in other Hispanic countries, here we will focus on Mexican traditions.

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