Mexican Day of the Dead parade pays tribute to quake victims
Authored By Wion Web Desk
Published: Oct 30, 2017, 22:57 IST | Updated: Oct 30, 2017, 22:57 IST
The Day of the Dead parade in Mexico City which take place every year between October 31 and November 2nd was bigger than last year and was inspired by the James Bond movie Spectre.
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Waving to the crowd
People take part in the Day of the Dead parade in Mexico City
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Painted for a cause
A man has his face painted during celebrations in the framework of the Day of the Dead at the Hermanos Rodriguez racetrack in Mexico City
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Paying tribute
Skeletons representing rescue workers from the last earthquake are seen as an offering for the Day of the Dead at the El Zocalo square
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La Catrina
La Catrina, graceful skeleton - which represents death, was a significant figure in Day of the Dead celebrations
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A sight for sore eyes
This year?s event was bigger, with 700 performers, giant skulls and altars decorated with flowers across the city
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Massive audience at the Day of Dead parade
The parade was joined by about 30,000 onlookers
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Mexican extravaganza
A sulpture representing the skeleton of a dog in a procession to commemorate Day of the Dead