photo by Walter E. Little

Candles, themselves called kotzi'j (flowers or ceremonies), come in all sizes and colors for all needs.


photo by Walter E. Little

We climbed a hill just outside of Tecpan in order to perform our ceremony.


photo by Walter E. Little

Offerings, including five kinds of copal, chocolate, red soda, guaro, cigars, sesame seeds, sugar, bread, herbs, agua florida, and candles, are carefully prepared for the ritual.


photo by Walter E. Little

Not only do the offerings have to be carefully prepared but also the site itself has to be prepared.


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