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Alma Martinez explains the meaning of Day of the Dead to Mexicans and Gaby Gower shows how she decorates her altar.
Day of the Dead was celebrated at the British Museum on Sunday 1 November 2009. For more photos and information
Day of the Dead celebrations (5 min 42 sec)
Day of the Dead preparations (2 min 18 sec)
Celebrating the dead (4 min 42 sec)