Differences In Spanish Speaking Countries

In Spanish-speaking countries holidays are very different from what most people celebrate in the United States. It is important to understand these differences when learning about other countries because it can give a better understanding of culture and traditions. In Spanish-speaking countries they have different holidays, traditions and culture than we do in the United States.

They have many holidays that we do not celebrate such as the Day of the Dead and Carnival. “Day of the Dead is a holiday celebrated in central and southern Mexico on November 1st and 2nd” (Day of the Dead). In these regions, “They believe that the gates of Heaven are opened at midnight on October 31st, and the spirits of all deceased children are allowed to reunite with their families for 24 hours” (Day of the Dead) The way that they celebrate this holiday is by decorating altars in their homes, they decorate them with candy, candles, sugar skulls and bread. They do this to make their homes feel welcoming and happy for the spirits because they believe it is good luck and the spirits will bring them wisdom. …show more content…
“Carnival is known for the vibrant costumes and masks, although it differs from country to country in how exactly they celebrate it but they have the same idea” (Don Quijote). “Carnival originated from a Roman celebrations and extended throughout Europe during the Middle Ages” (Don Quijote). It is celebrated by nearly everyone right before Lent, during lent people restrict themselves of some things that they love, so during Carnival they drink and party without control so lent would not be so intimidating or difficult to