JUST ABOUT EVERYTHING ON MEXICAN CELEBRATIONS

Often when people are asked about a Mexican Celebration their most popular answer is Cinco de Mayo which is celebrated, of course, in May 5. However, there are still quite a lot of celebrations rather than that in which they reflect what Mexico experienced in the past and eventually molded it to what it is now.

On Mexican Celebrations
Mexico is an ancient country and is quite diverse. There are many different celebrations and traditions you can find in Mexico and, as said before, not only Cinco de Mayo. Mexico is a population composed of native Mayans which are mixed with Spanish and even German blood and also their cultures. In the past Mexico was ruled over by these countries which in effect have contributed to their Mexican celebrations and traditions.

The most predominant and let us say, ruling religion here in Mexico is the Roman Catholic which they have gained in the invasion of the Spaniards long time ago. Just like the rest of the Catholic’s all over the world, part of their Mexican celebrations and traditions are the same.

One of the seemingly odd celebrations held in Mexico is called “El Dia de Los Muertos” which is translated as “Day of the Dead” which is, in first impression, quite scary for a Mexican tradition of celebration. This takes place on November 1 and 2. This isa two day celebration to commemorate and remember those who have passed away and the ancestors. This celebration is very important especially for the people in Oaxaca, Mexico. Basically, when this celebration is held, flocks of people gather around the cemetery offering flowers, food and many sorts of items to their dead loved one. Mariachis play music alongside them during this occasion. Also, many families set up altars for their dead relatives and ancestors. As said before, this occasion lasts for two days where the first day and night is for children and the second is for the adults.

Scents of many candles and incense lit up the atmosphere and are very visible at night. Some celebrate this day happily and some with sorrow but the point is this festival is for remembering the lost love ones.

There are still many Mexican Celebrations you can find in Mexico. Of course, we cannot tackle all of them but for sure after reading this article you have learned a thing or two about these celebrations and how they are important to the Mexican people.