Day of the Dead Gifts

Calaveras or skulls are created for children or as offerings to place on altars known as Ofrendas for the Day of the Dead, which has its roots in the Aztec, Mayan, and Toltec cultural celebration of the Day of the Dead.

The tradition of the Day of the Dead arises as part of religious syncretism, in colonial times. During the pre-Hispanic period, the cult of death was present in different cultures throughout Mexico.

On November 1, All Saints' Day is celebrated according to Catholic tradition. On this date, all those who died without being blessed and saints are remembered, as well as those who died at an early age as children. According to the Catholic religion, on All Souls' Day, which is celebrated on November 2, a prayer is made for those who have not entered paradise.

In Mexico, the traditions of this celebration include visiting deceased loved ones in cemeteries and preparing altars with food, candles, incense, photographs and flowers to remember them. It is only during these days that the souls of loved ones can return from beyond to be close to their loved ones.

Celebrate the Day of the Dead or Halloween as it should. Decorate for the day of the dead with skulls in gold, silver and copper.