Day of the Dead Destinations

Want to experience Day of the Dead, but not sure where to go? Dia de los Muertos is celebrated throughout Mexico, but festivities vary considerably from region to region. Generally in big cities festivities are more playful and irreverent, whereas in rural areas it is a more solemn occasion. For some ideas about where to see the most colorful celebrations, see this list of the best places to experience Day of the Dead.

_{Photo by Bruce Herman, courtesy of the Mexican Tourism Board}