About Today: The Day of the Dead Approaches

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Today Though Halloween may grab most of the holiday headlines this month, Dia de los Muertos is a major Mexican cultural event with a history dating back to Aztec times. Like Halloween, it's also a bit spooky. What is Dia De Los Muertos (Day of the Dead)? Mexico's Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead), celebrated from October 31 - November 2, is a time for friends and family to remember and honor their deceased love ones, in part by visiting them at the cemetery. If you think it sounds overly morbid, however, think again. This holiday is both vibrant and festive. Day of the Dead Photos Day of the Dead Altar Photos See More About:  day of the dead  mexico festivals  mexican culture Where to Celebrate Day of the Dead Day of the Dead festivities are held in cities around the world, but Mexico is, obviously, the place to experience the most authentic celebrations. Festivities in Phoenix Festivities in Texas See More About:  mexico festivals  day of the dead  mexican destinations How to Make Day of the Dead Sugar Skulls Sugar skulls are an important dish for the food side of Day of the Dead--our Guide to Mexican Food has a step-by-step tutorial on making perfect ones. How to Make "Bread of the Dead" How to Make Chocolate Coffins & Skulls See More About:  dia de los muertos recipes  sugar skulls  dia de los muertos Fun Day of the Dead Crafts Projects From paper skulls and origami paper flowers to bead earrings and suger skull necklaces, we have enough arts and crafts projects to keep you busy for a decade of Day of the Dead holidays. Make a Day of the Dead Altar Day of the Dead Cross-Stitch Patterns Today Ads Halloween Day of the Dead Mexican Food Sugar Skulls Authentic Mexican Featured Articles Future of Social Security Southeast US Halloween Haunts Different Shades of (Snow) White Why You Need a Personal VPN Types of Winter Squash & Pumpkin How to Record Internet Radio   More from About.com Food and Mood Indulging a sweet tooth can cause weight gain, guilt and even worsen depression. Here are a few expert tips to help you resist. More> Carb Cravings Ever wondered why you crave carbs (or chocolate and sugar) when you're depressed? Some scientists say it may be chemical. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Today newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com     Follow us on: Advertisement