Nov 02, 2020
Day of the Dead 2020
This Doodle’s Key Themes
Today’s Doodle commemorates Mexico’s annual Day of the Dead, known in Spanish as Día de los Muertos, a joyful multi-day celebration of the cyclical nature of life and the loved ones who have passed away.
Day of the Dead traces its origins back several thousand years to the rituals of the Aztec and other Indigenous Nahua civilizations of what is now central Mexico. Today, many people observe the holiday through the traditions of the past, like setting out offerings of flowers, such as la flor de cempasúchil (the Mexican marigold) depicted in today’s Doodle, candles, and traditional foods including the sweet and aptly-named pan de muerto (bread of the dead).
Since 2008, the holiday has been recognized by UNESCO on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in honor of this celebration that keeps Mexico's rich history and traditions alive.
iFeliz Día de los Muertos, México!
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By Sophie Diao
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