The sugar skulls are often made of cane, and are highly decorated and given as gifts. People also make clay skulls, which are then decorated and can be given as gifts for one's home.

Skulls were a powerful symbol in the Aztec culture, and some were used as tribute to Mictecacihuatl, the goddess of death. To celebrate the holiday, artisans spend hours turning sugar, hot water ...

Dia de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is celebrated in the United States between October 31 and November 2 in 2017. Here's how to celebrate without offending anyone.