The celebration of the Day of the Dead has deep roots in Mexico. Its origins date back to pre-Hispanic times when civilizations such as the Aztecs remembered those who had departed to the underworld, a place ruled by ancient gods. With the arrival of the Spaniards to the American continent, this commemoration acquired Christian tones, until it became the syncretistic event everyone know today.

As every year, the Embassy of Mexico pays tribute to this tradition through the presentation of an Altar de Muertos to honor those who have gone before us in Mexico, in the Philippines, and around the world.