Giant Kites of Sumpango: Guatemala’s Skyward Tribute to Ancestors
Every November, Sumpango, Guatemala, transforms into a mesmerizing canvas of color and memory during the Festival de Barriletes Gigantes—the Giant Kite Festival—part of Día de los Muertos celebrations. Communities craft elaborate kites up to 60 feet in diameter, decorated with ancestral motifs, local art, and contemporary themes. These monumental creations not only honor the deceased…