Mexico City unveils world’s tallest Catrina for Day of the Dead
The capital claimed a world record with the 11-story Catrina statue, part of it's "mega-ofrenda" celebrating Day of the Dead. The post Mexico City unveils world’s tallest Catrina for Day of the Dead appeared first on Mexico News Daily
Mexico City has earned a Guinness World Record for constructing the world's tallest Catrina sculpture, standing at 33.411 meters tall, during the 2026 Day of the Dead celebrations. The monumental figure is part of an altar located in the city center's Zocalo plaza, becoming a major attraction for the festivities. The Catrina, a symbol of Mexican cultural identity, is recognized for representing the equality of death regardless of social status.
Created by Taller de Arte Xibalba with the help of about 140 artists, the sculpture features a striking purple dress measuring over 27 meters. The record was certified by Guinness World Records representative Alfredo Arista. The installation includes a marigold flower arrangement, axolotls, and other Mexican folk art elements, all of which will be on display until Nov. 2, 2026, allowing visitors to admire the sculpture and other aspects of the altar for free.
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