Spend the Day of the Dead at the Best Resort in Mexico
Held yearly on the first days of November, Día de Muertos is a tradition with indigenous roots that allows people to honor their late loved ones. To be part of this multi-day celebration, you must visit the tourists’ favorite Caribbean destination and stay at the Best Resort in Mexico!
During Día de Muertos’ season, the streets of Cozumel are filled with color and folklore. Thanks to the Mayan Culture and the colonial past, the celebration on the island is as unique as it is magical.
Get yourself ready and start planning your trip! Here’s what you need to know to spend this mystical celebration in Cozumel.
Hanal Pixán: three days of offerings
Did you know that Mayan people believe that the soul is immortal? That’s why they set an offering for their late loved ones on the days they return to the living world. Their ritual is called Hanal Pixán and means «food of the souls»; from October 31st to November 2nd, a table is set with traditional food, flowers, candles and photographs.
Sounds familiar, right? Around Mexico, Día de Muertos has similar ways of being celebrated. What makes the festivities in Cozumel special are the food and the symbols that are set on the shrine:
- Mucbillpollo: a tamal filled with meat that is cooked with firewood in a hole dug in the ground.
- Pibil-x’ pelón: maíz and beans pancakes that are cooked with dzol pumpkins and sweet potato
- Green Cross: represents the tree of life.
- Tablecloth: its color depends on the day the offering is placed, for shrines of late children it can be colorful and for shrines of late adults it must be white.
The best hotel in Cozumel for a magical stay
Cozumel has established itself as one of Mexico’s most famous destinations. With beautiful coral reefs, crystal clear waters, and archeological sites, it is no wonder the Island is every traveler’s dream!
To enjoy its festivals and natural wonders to the fullest, you must stay at the best resort in Mexico: Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa. Here you will find delightful cuisine, luxurious rooms and marvelous complimentary services.
Don’t hesitate and stay at this world-class hotel to have a whimsical November in paradise!
