The last days of October and the first of November are filled with colors, aromas and traditions that celebrate the Day of the Deadalso known as All Souls’ Day (November 2).
During these dates, homes and public spaces are filled with offerings and altars decorated with marigold flowers, chopped paper, candles and sugar skulls.symbols of respect and memory of those who have left.
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This is part of an ancient tradition that seeks to revive the oldest customs, share stories and honor the memory of the deceased, whether with family or friends.
Besides, These celebrations include the little ones, who enjoy dressing up in their favorite costumes, walking through the streets and squares while participating in a tradition that combines joy, creativity and memory.
Why do children ask for calaverita in Mexico?
The tradition of asking for a skull has a very ancient meaning that has changed over the years.
According to National Geographic, The custom of children asking their neighbors for food dates back to Celtic celebrations or even ancient Christmas traditions.. However, there are different versions about the origin of this tradition.
One of the best known points out that during pre-Hispanic times, a Macehual orphan child—a Nahuatl term that designated the middle class, below the nobles and above the poor—, not having food for his offering, painted his face and went out to ask for it. People gave him bread, fruits and sweets intended for the deceased, and over time this practice became popular.
Therefore, during the colonial era, children continued the custom, walking the streets with pumpkins or chilacayotes to ask for sweets, thus giving rise to the tradition.
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What day is a calaverita called for in Mexico?
In the United States this popular tradition occurs every October 31 (Halloween)while In Mexico it is celebrated on November 1 (All Saints)so thousands of children will be able to enjoy the day with laughter and dozens of sweets.
This date allows you to decorate your home, go out with boys and girls to collect candy and hear the iconic: “run, there they are giving.”
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