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The Day of the Dead and All Saints Day is one of the most colorful and unique celebrations of the Spanish Culture. The Day of the Dead is held each year on the 2nd of November. The Day of the Dead is held each year by the Spanish, in which they take time reflect on life and death. All Saints Day is held Each year on the 1st of November. This day is observed to hold special prayers for their deceased loved ones. The Day of the Dead festival is an ancient celebration that can be traced back to the Aztec month of Miccailhuitontli, which was considered to be ritually presided by the goddess Mictecachualt. This means "Lady of the Dead." Prehistoric research has shown that this day was celebrated at the end of July and at the beginning of August. ... The priests wanted this day to coincide with the Christian holiday of All Hallows Eve, in an attempt to change this celebration from "profane" to a religious celebration.
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