This weekend many Mexicans will celebrate el día de los muertos or Day of the Dead. This holiday dates back to the time of the Aztecs. The Aztecs celebrated the memories of their deceased loved ones by making their favorite foods and drinks. They honored their loved ones by making alters dedicated to those that had died. People who celebrate el día de los muertos today have similar traditions. Sometimes families spend months preparing and saving for this holiday. Altars are made in homes and special foods, like pan de muerto (bread of the dead) and mole de pavo (turkey mole) are prepared.
People who celebrate this holiday believe that the spirits of their loved ones come back to visit them. It's a special time for them to let their family members know that even though they are dead they are missed and thought of often.
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