Parade pays tribute to Mexico’s ancestors
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Mexico has a unique relationship with death, which has become one of the cornerstones of the country’s identity. November is the month when people honor their loved ones who have died. One of the celebrations is Catrina Parade, the Mexican skeleton, better known as “Mexico’s Grande Dame of Death.” The beauty of the show lies in the elegant costumes and colorful face painting.
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