23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Travel
Altar

A vibrant Day of the Dead altar in Oaxaca, Mexico, adorned with marigolds, candles, photos, and offerings to honor and remember deceased loved ones—a vivid expression of Mexico’s rich cultural and spiritual traditions.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 11.2024
Date Uploaded: 09.2025
Photo Location: Oaxaca, Mexico
Camera: X-E2
Copyright: © Daniella Fernandez