SAN ANTONIO – Marigolds are the most recognizable flower associated with Dia de Muertos or Day of the Dead. The flower is placed on graves during the holiday. It is believed to lure souls back ...

MEXICO CITY Mexicans cleaned the bones of dead relatives and decorated their graves with flowers and candy skulls ... that began Thursday on All Saints Day and continue Friday with All Souls ...

In the fields of Atlixco, San Fúlix Hidalgo, San Pedro Cholula and San Gregorio Zacapechpan in the central Mexican state of Puebla, golden flowers ... the Day of the Dead.

If you are into handmade decorations, paper flowers are the way to go. Non-crafty types can even get into the spirit because it only involves simple accordion folding - a la kindergarten class.

In Latino communities across the U.S., bright orange marigolds have become an important flower this time of year, because of the special role they play in Day of the Dead celebrations. Today is ...

In late October, popular Day of the Dead symbols appear, including bright paper flowers and face painting. But are you familiar with the various parts of an ofrenda, the traditional altar ...

Donation Options Search Search Search The Day of the Dead altar in reporter Emmanuel Camarillo’s home this year. Sun-Times/Emmanuel Camarillo Share I walked into Flowers with Love on 26th Street ...

The cempasúchil flower (known in the U.S. as the marigold ... Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead. "I believe the Day of the Dead is the most beautiful tradition of Mexico," said Elena ...

On the other hand, Day of the Dead is explicitly about the afterlife and remembrance. Food, flowers and altars are necessary components of the celebration. To honor the deceased, foods such as ...

On Nov. 2, many head to cemeteries to place flowers, candles and other offerings at graves. Image Downtown Mexico City. Celebrations for Day of the Dead typically begin on Oct. 28, with each day ...