[Día de Muertos in Oaxaca] A mysterious and heartwarming festival celebrating death.

Day of the Dead (Día de Muertos) in Oaxaca, Mexico. The city was filled with flowers and lights, and the atmosphere was such that it felt as if the dead had truly returned. It was not just a festival, but a time spent with the dead, and the local people were filled with prayer and pride. ⸻ 📍Location Oaxaca City Center, Oaxaca State About an hour by plane from Mexico City or About 6-7 hours by long-distance bus There are many sights to see within walking distance of the city 🕰️Time and date October 31st to November 2nd every year (may vary depending on the region) ・October 31st: Day to welcome the souls of children November 1st: All Saints' Day (family altar) November 2nd: Prayers and parades at the cemetery begin in earnest 💸Estimated cost ・Accommodation: Book early and pay around 3,000-6,000 yen per night ・Visiting the altar and cemetery is free (please observe etiquette when taking photos) ⸻ 🌟Points learned from the experience・The whole town turns into a colorful, mysterious, extraordinary space ・Each house has its own unique way of decorating its ofrenda (altar), and just walking around looking at it is moving ・The cemetery (Pantheon) at night is a quiet, warm space for prayer ・There is an atmosphere that makes tourists feel welcome, and they can naturally blend into this culture ⸻ 💬One comment: "It's not about 'not forgetting death', but about 'living with death'." "It was a lively, warm, and quiet time that made me want to cry." #DiaDeMuertos #Oaxaca #DayOfTheDead #MexicanCulture #FestivalsOfTheWorld #OaxacaTrip #AltarsAndPrayers #TravelLog #TravelToFeelTradition