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Connections between Day of The Dead and Coco
47:57 - 53:15 (05:18)
The Pixar movie, Coco, is based on Day of the Dead celebrations and features connections to famous artists like Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera who were known for their artwork related to the holiday. Additionally, Tumacori National Historic Park in Arizona offers a free candlelit trail through the church and cemetery every year on November 2nd from 6pm to 8pm.
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The Blue House where Frida Kahlo lived showcases her work, where one of Diego Rivera’s famous murals depicts her holding a calla lily and now, even a Pixar movie called Coco has referenced her and Day of the Dead.
47:57 - 50:11 (02:14)
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The Blue House where Frida Kahlo lived showcases her work, where one of Diego Rivera’s famous murals depicts her holding a calla lily and now, even a Pixar movie called Coco has referenced her and Day of the Dead.
ChapterConnections between Day of The Dead and Coco
Episode39: Día de los Muertos. Parque Nacional Iztaccíhuatl-Popocatepetl
PodcastNational Park After Dark
The Day of the Dead, or Dia de los Muertos, is a holiday celebrated in Mexico to honor deceased loved ones.
50:11 - 52:11 (01:59)
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The Day of the Dead, or Dia de los Muertos, is a holiday celebrated in Mexico to honor deceased loved ones. Families visit cemeteries to decorate graves with marigold flowers and sugar skulls, while public celebrations include people congregating in cities with calavera painted faces.
ChapterConnections between Day of The Dead and Coco
Episode39: Día de los Muertos. Parque Nacional Iztaccíhuatl-Popocatepetl
PodcastNational Park After Dark
Tumacori National Historic Park offers a free entrance on November 2nd every year to walk through a candlelit trail that goes through the church and cemetery.
52:11 - 53:15 (01:04)
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Tumacori National Historic Park offers a free entrance on November 2nd every year to walk through a candlelit trail that goes through the church and cemetery. Visitors can also leave traditional offerings like photos, toys, and gifts on the park's altar from October 17th to November 2nd.