: Thousands of people visit cemeteries to pay their respects.
: Families clean and decorate the graves of loved ones with flowers (especially chrysanthemums) and light candles. Dia dos Finados
: Many attend special Catholic Masses held in churches or at cemetery chapels to pray for the souls of the departed. : Thousands of people visit cemeteries to pay their respects
(All Souls' Day) is a major public holiday observed annually on November 2nd. While it shares common Christian roots with celebrations like the Mexican Día de Muertos , the Brazilian tradition is characterized by a more somber and reflective atmosphere. Core Purpose and Origins Dia dos Finados