DIA de muertos is currently being celebrated in Mexico and further afield - it's not simply some extension of Halloween, so what more do we know about it?
It's actually uncommon for those in the northern states of Mexico to celebrate Dia de Muertos, whereas in the southern states such as Michoacan and Oaxaca you're certainly likely to see major preparations being made.
It's not all about death
It's actually about celebrating the lives of those who have passed away - despite the many ornate skulls, there's also loads of colour.
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The traditional face painting associated with the festival is about masking the living individual, so they are not touched by spirits who would take their lives.
The first day of November is intended for the spirits of children, or angelitos, and the second day of November is dedicated to the spirits of adults who have passed away.
Shrines built for Dia de Muertos are actually made up of three levels - one for heaven, one for purgatory and one for earth.
