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Lady Day of the Dead

October’s golden sun dipped into the Pacific, casting an amber glow over the Malecón. Vibrant papel picado fluttered as mariachis played, and a towering Catrina stood as a symbol of Mexican craft, blending life, art, and culture into celebration.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 11.2024
Date Uploaded: 12.2024
Photo Location: Puerto Vallerto, Mexico
Copyright: © Randy Turnbow