On the evening of Nov. 1, the Noche de animas, families gather to honor their ancestors, cleaning graves and sharing meals, a profound tradition amid colonial influences.
In Mexico City, parades with colorful customs and skull motifs reflect the vibrant fusion of Indigenous and European cultures, marking a celebration of life and death.
Modern celebrations showcase Indigenous resilience—culturally deliberate choices about which traditions to keep and how to incorporate them within the context of Spanish influence.
Historian James Lockhart notes that while Indigenous funerary practices were often overlooked by Spanish authorities, they remained crucial to local cultures, surviving through adaptation.
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