Activities for the Best Día de la Candelaria in CancúnĪs part of the Día de la Candelaria celebration, Sunset World prepares an entertaining activities program for the whole family at its hotels in Cancun and the Riviera Maya. Día de la Candelaria in Cancúnĭía de la Candelaria is celebrated throughout Mexico, and Sunset World celebrates it with its members and guests, creating special memories of their family vacation in Cancun or the Riviera Maya. The reason tamales are eaten is because when this celebration began in Mexico during the Spanish colonization, it coincided with planting season, which began on February 2 and was celebrated with a meal in which tamales were the main dish. The day commemorates the Virgin Mary presenting Jesus in the temple 40 days after his birth. The person who found the baby Jesus figurine in the Rosca de Reyes (a special pastry in the shape of a ring) on January 6th is responsible for buying or making the tamales. After mass, families get together to enjoy tamales. This celebration is commemorated by dressing up a doll, a figure of God or Jesus, and taking it to church to be blessed. Día de la Candelaria is celebrated every year on February 2nd. It is one of the most deeply rooted and favorite celebrations in Mexico. When it comes to Mexican customs and traditions, Día de la Candelaria (Candlemas Day) should not be missed.

Día de la Candelaria, a Tradition to Enjoy with Family

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