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In pictures: Day of the Dead in Covid times
Published16 hours ago
ENCARNI PINDADO
Mexico is celebrating the Day of the Dead, one of the country's most important annual festivals.
But with the number of coronavirus infections fast approaching one million and more than 91,000 people dead with Covid-19, this year's Day of the Dead has taken on a special poignancy.
Public events have been cancelled and many of the traditional altars and ceremonies which have in the past drawn large crowds were closed to prevent the spread of the virus.
Usually homemade, an altar is a space decorated with flowers, pictures of the deceased and other offerings such as the dead person's favourite food items and drinks.
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https://www.bbc.com/news/world-latin-america-54778292