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What to do for Janal Pixan or Day of the Dead in Yucatán this 2024
A constantly updated compilation of the many activities planned for Janal Pixan or Día de Muertos in Yucatán: parades, festivals, tours, and more!
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Janal Pixan, Finados, or Day of the Dead in Yucatán
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All about Pib, a traditional Yucatecan Day of the Dead dish
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Culture and traditions
Celebrating Janal Pixan with Kids
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