![]() The altar is decorated with fresh flowers as it is believed that their scent will make the returning souls feel welcomed and happy. Most altars would include some or all of these elements:Ī picture of the evoked relative is placed in the altar to make him present and revive his image. Other elements are shared everywhere in the country. Cempasuchil and other Day of the Dead flowers are added to the altar together with spicy tamales, alcoholic drinks and cigarettes.ĭay of the Dead altars are set with different elements depending on the region these differences are established by the availability, seasonal flowers and fruits and the traditional food from the area. On the eve of November first, the children elements on the altar are eaten or removed is time to honor the adults. Every element in the altar must be suitable for children. The Day of the Dead altars for the children are set on the eve of October 31st with hoary stock and baby's breath flowers their white color symbolizing the purity of the children's souls.Ĭhildren's souls are treated with sweet tamales, hot chocolate, atole (corn based hot drink), fruits, candies and toys. The Day of the Dead altars are the most prominent feature in the celebration because they show the souls the way to their home.Īltars make the souls ( animas) feel welcomed and show them they have not been forgotten. Day of the Dead altars known as altares de muertos or ofrendas are set during the Day of the Dead celebrations on November 1 and 2 to honor the dead children and adults.ĭay of the Dead celebrations are based in the belief that the souls of the ones gone can come back to this world on these days.
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