Day of the Dead in Oaxaca

Every year there is an altar and giant sand tapestry set up in Oaxaca's Palacio de Gobierno (now the Museo del Palacio). There is also usually a contest for the best altar - with altars set up around the main floor of the building. A visit here is a must during Day of the Dead in Oaxaca.

This photo shows a sand tapestry and altar that were created in Oaxaca's Palacio de Gobierno in honor of Frida Kahlo during Day of the Dead 2007. It was taken from the second floor looking down at the tapestry.

Other places to visit in Oaxaca city to see Day of the Dead altars, sand tapestries and other decorations include the Escuela de Bellas Artes, across from La Soledad church, and the Casa de la Cultura, as well as along Alcalá Street (the pedestrian walkway) and in the Zocalo.

Next: Visiting Oaxaca's San Miguel Cemetery on Day of the Dead