These symbols not only decorate your altar but also serve as reminders of the season’s teachings and energies. Evergreens, such as pine, fir, and holly, are traditional Yule decorations.

Additionally, other optional elements are added to the altar for decoration. Papel Picado: This cut paper symbolizes the celebratory spirit of Día de los Muertos and represents the wind.

In front of the High Altar is one of the Abbey's treasures. This is a marble pavement dating from 1268 and the method of its decoration is known as Cosmati work, after the Italian family who developed ...