Mexico
Sand Origin
Holbox beach in front of Palpas del Mar
Random Sand Fact
In parts of southern Mexico, sand is carried to the grave nine days after a funeral.
Where the body lay at home, a cross of lime is laid out. For nine days, prayers are held in the house.
On the last day, a carpet of sand with sacred images is spread over the cross. When the prayers are over, the godparents gather up the sand and lime and carry them to the grave at midnight.
The sand is said to have gathered up the dead person’s steps and shadow, so that they do not stay among the living.
