Día de Los Muertos at Garza Blanca
Día de Los Muertos is a fascinating Mexican holiday that honors and respects loved ones who have passed on before us. In Puerto Vallarta and throughout Mexico, Día de Los Muertos festivities will begin on October 31st and last through November 2nd. Known as “Day of the Dead” in English, Día de Los Muertos celebrations are a wonderful time for family members to gather together to pay homage to loved ones who have passed away. Altars, which are called “ofrendas” in Spanish, are built in homes and at gravesites since they are believed to help safely guide the deceased on their spiritual journey into the afterlife. Keep reading below to learn more about Día de Los Muertos, and how Garza Blanca staff members participate in an altar competition on the property that embraces the culture of Mexico and respects this incredible tradition. The Origins of Día De Los Muertos While this celebrations originally took place during the summer months, the date was moved from summertime to the fall in order to coincide with Western Christianity …