Day of the Dead in Puebla: Atlixco & Huaquechula

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A respectful cultural journey into one of Mexico’s most meaningful traditions.

Explore the Day of the Dead traditions in Puebla as you travel from the city to Atlixco, walking through streets adorned with altars and offerings decorated with vibrant cempasúchil flowers while your host explains the origins and symbolism behind this celebration of life and memory. Continue to nearby marigold fields to learn about the cultivation of this emblematic flower and its role in guiding the souls of the departed, before heading to Huaquechula, known for its monumental altars some reaching up to five meters tall carefully created by local families as expressions of love, respect, and remembrance. Conclude the experience with a visit to the municipal cemetery, closing a profound, meaningful, and culturally rich encounter with one of Mexico’s deepest traditions.

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Day of the Dead in Puebla: Atlixco & Huaquechula
Day of the Dead in Puebla: Atlixco & Huaquechula
Day of the Dead in Puebla: Atlixco & Huaquechula
Day of the Dead in Puebla: Atlixco & Huaquechula
Day of the Dead in Puebla: Atlixco & Huaquechula
Day of the Dead in Puebla: Atlixco & Huaquechula
Day of the Dead in Puebla: Atlixco & Huaquechula
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