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Day of the Dead Altars

Offerings and Altars for Día de Muertos

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One of the traditions around Day of the Dead in Mexico involves making an altar or offering for the spirits who will return on this occasion. This photo gallery contains photos of a variety of Mexican Day of the the Dead altars.

Find out how to make your own Day of the Dead altar, or if you've already made one, please tell us about it and share a photo.

Images 1-12 of 12

  1. Arch AltarDay of the Dead altar
  2. Altar with Pan de MuertoDay of the Dead Altar with Pan de Muerto
  3. Cuicatlan Altar
  4. Altar with PetateAltar with Petate
  5. Flowers AltarDay of the Dead altar with flowers
  6. Handicraft Shop AltarDay of the Dead altar in a handicraft shop
  7. Hanging Skulls Altar
  8. Three-tiered AltarDay of the Dead altar with three tiers
  9. In front of the altarIncense burner in front of the altar
  10. Altar with ChickensDay of the Dead altar with chickens
  11. Frida Kahlo Tapestry Altar
  12. An elegant altar
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