During Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead), under the sun dappled light filtering through graceful several centuries old ahuehuete trees in the panteón of Tlacolula de Matamoros, the living offer the scent of cempasúchil (marigolds) to guide their departed home. And, to nourish them during their journey between the worlds of the living and the dead, fruit (thoughtfully opened), along with nuts and beverages are provided.
The fruit and flowers during Día de Muertos also beckon me to this Zapotec village in the Valley of Oaxaca and they nourish my soul.
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This is so lovely. We have many Dia de Muertos celebrations here in my town, with little offrendas popping up all over for the community to take part in.
Is there a significance to the celosia, like there is with the marigolds?
It’s a wonderful celebration! As for the cresta de gallo (cockscomb, celosia), there are several explanations. According to this website, which is specific to Oaxaca, , its distinctive shape, resembling a rooster’s comb, is a symbol of rebirth, vigor, and protection and the intense red color symbolizes strength and resilience.
Beautiful marigold photos!
Thank you! It’s hard to make a bad photo there.