Day of the Dead in Tzintzuntzan
Starting in the last days of October, the cemeteries begin to turn yellow and red in preparation for the return of the dead.
This indigenous community hosts one of the most archetypical and spectacular night of the dead ceremonies, which is held simultaneously in two large nearby cemeteries. The altars are the region’s most dazzling—they feature elaborate designs and some are monumentally large. This is also when you can watch the traditional fiery ball game being played.
Location
Tzintzuntzan, Mich., México
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