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Puerto Vallarta Unveils Monumental Xoloitzcuintle Sculpture in Day of the Dead Festivities

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico — The Malecón of Puerto Vallarta burst into life with joy and color as Mayor Luis Munguía unveiled the "Spiritual Guardian of the Monumental Catrina," an event that attracted hundreds of residents and their beloved pets.

The centerpiece of the celebration is a colossal figure of a Xoloitzcuintle dog, measuring 8 meters in length and 7 meters in height. Crafted from fiberglass and ironwork, the sculpture is adorned with motifs that pay homage to the rich traditions of the Day of the Dead. This artistic masterpiece was created by Costumbres y . . .

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