La Catrina and the mojigangas will be responsible for guiding the public through the altar and inviting them to remember their deceased loved ones. The monumental altar will be available from October 30 to November 4 in the Main Garden of Tequisquiapan.
The mayor of Tequisquiapan, Héctor Magaña, led the lighting of the monumental altar dedicated to the artisanal work of wicker weaving. This also marks the beginning of the festival "Weavers of Light," an event that seeks to honor and remember the faithful departed. The weaving of wicker and reeds is the main inspiration for the project, carried out by local artists and craftsmen.
"Today, this space is used to recognize those who are the essence of our people, who are our artisans. They represent who we are, our origins, our identity, and our destiny," stated Héctor Magaña. The monumental altar is not only a visually imposing piece but also a meeting place for the community and tourists, highlighting the cultural richness of the region through its products and crafts.
In a joint effort with the Secretariat of Human and Social Development, Tequisquiapan has a unique altar of its kind, assembled with a variety of materials such as wood, wicker, cempasúchil flowers, corn, papier-mâché, and light. In the center, there is an artisanal wicker Catrina and three-meter mojigangas made of papier-mâché, as well as typical foods and drinks from the region.
Offering at the altar is being close to our deceased to dialogue with their memory and their life. Therefore, the monumental altar includes a series of arches where visitors can leave a wish or memory for their loved ones through a ribbon that will be placed on each of them.