These butterflies are found deep within the forests outside of Mexico City. KSAT traveled to Cerro Pelon where millions of Monarchs can be seen on trees and flying in the air. (KSAT 2020 Day of Dead Coverage)(KSAT 2020 Day of Dead Coverage)(KSAT 2020 Day of Dead Coverage)The mystical Alebrije is also a very recognizable symbol of the holiday. (KSAT 2020 Day of Dead Coverage)Viewers will take a trip with us to Guanajuato’s most popular tourist attraction, a museum that displays dozens of mummified bodies. (KSAT 2020 Day of Dead Coverage)RELATED STORIES:

MEXICO CITY – Throughout October, KSAT has been sharing stories about the history and meaning of Dia de los Muertos. Perhaps the best place to learn more about Dia de los Muertos is at one of Mexico City's most historic cemeteries. Full Screen 1 / 13On Dia de los Muertos, Mexican cemeteries transform as families members lovingly clean the gravesites of their loved ones, as they prepare to welcome their spirits back home. Families can spend all night at gravesites on Dia de los Muertos. A time when the dead can visit their living family members and remember good times and share beautiful memories.

MEXICO CITY – Last month, a KSAT crew traveled to Mexico City to research and study the history and origins of Dia de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead. Day 1 of the trip took us to one of the most well-known parts of Mexico City. Here’s more on the Historic Center of Mexico City. This turned out to be a stroke of luck as Zocalo Square, the city’s main square was still adorned with the Mexican flag, colors and symbols. Mercado JamaicaLocated only 3.3 miles from Zocalo Square is one of the most colorful markets on earth.