LOS ANGELES, Calif., Nov. 1, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Hundreds gathered on L. Ron Hubbard Way for a traditional celebration of the Day of the Dead to honor the lives of the departed with music, traditional dances and food. The festival was hosted by the Church of Scientology Los Angeles.
Image caption: PHOTO CAPTION: L. Ron Hubbard Way was filled with the sound, scents and music of the Indigenous cultures of Mexico for a celebration of life on the Day of the Dead.
The Day of the Dead is an ancient tradition in Mexico, now popular worldwide and celebrated from October 31 through November 2.
This is not a day of sorrow, as many might think, but rather a true celebration of life. Family members and friends who have passed are remembered through a festival filled with Indigenous culture and traditions.
Sabor de MichoacƔn (Taste of MichoacƔn) organizes the annual event. The L.A.-based nonprofit is dedicated to preserving and sharing the culture of MichoacƔn, the Mexican state where the Day of the Dead celebration originated in pre-Columbian times.
Bearded and masked āChinelosā danced in the street. Their costumes originated in the 19th century as a symbolic revolt against Mexicoās Spanish rulers. The Voladores, the āflying menā of Veracruz, performed their aerial acrobatics, transporting the crowd to the days when the Aztecs and other Indigenous people ruled the land. Traditional dancers performed folkloric dances representing diverse regions of Mexico.
Family altars called āofrendasā lined the street, each bearing personal items of the deceased, including photos and belongings,Ā to remember them by.
The aroma of traditional food served from booths along L. Ron Hubbard Way, including handmade tortillas and āatoles,ā a corn-based hot drinkāa Day of the Dead traditionābrought back fond memories.
The Church of Scientology supports the cultural diversity of Los Angeles with this and other community celebrations that keep customs, art and traditions alive. These celebrations bring to mind the words of humanitarian and Scientology Founder L. Ron Hubbard: āThe greatest joy there is in life is creating. Splurge on it!ā
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PHOTO CAPTION: L. Ron Hubbard Way was filled with the sound, scents and music of the Indigenous cultures of Mexico for a celebration of life on the Day of the Dead.
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