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.