00:00Bright colors, beautiful flowers, all forming part of Mexico's Day of the Dead celebration.
00:06But behind the elaborate displays is a deeply meaningful tradition, one centered on remembering
00:12loved ones and celebrating the lives they lived.
00:15Unlike the frightening imaginary, often associated with Halloween, Mexico's Day of the Dead is
00:21rooted in love, family and the belief that the memory of those who have passed should
00:25never be forgotten.
00:26Today, we celebrate our loved ones, those who have passed away, but whom we continue
00:34to remember and upon remembering, we feel closer to them.
00:40It is a way of keeping them alive and preserving their memory.
00:45This is the essence of Mexico's Day of the Dead, to nourish family ties and strengthen
00:53the sense of community.
00:55Our world is not a costume to scare, it's a tradition of love.
01:01The Mexican ambassador says the tradition dates back to ceremonies practiced by ancient civilizations
01:08in Mexico, where the deceased were honored.
01:11He says over time, these indigenous practices blended with Christian customs, introduced from
01:17Europe, created a unique cultural celebration.
01:19As a symbol of family unity and community spirit, the central element of this tradition is the altar, the offering,
01:30dedicated to those we love, admire and remember.
01:34Here, you can observe our altar display.
01:38Here, you can observe our altar display.
01:39It includes the foods all loved ones enjoy and the drinks they like.
01:45The Mexican mango flowers, known as Cempasuchi, guided souls on their journey to be reunited with their family and friends.
01:58This year's tradition carried a special tribute to Trinidad and Tobago's Calypso icon, Slinger Francisco, better known as the mighty
02:06Sparrow, who passed away on September 27 at the age of 91.
02:11The ambassador says the embassy wished to honor Sparrow's contribution to the musical history of TNT, recognizing the lasting impact
02:20of his work on the nation's cultural heritage.
02:22Through this colorful tradition, Mexico shares a powerful message that although loved ones may be gone, their stories, contributions and
02:30memories continue to live on.
02:32And on the day of the dead, remembrance becomes a celebration of the bond between family, community and those who
02:40will never be forgotten.
02:41Charlotte Kisto, TV6 News.
