Mictecacihuatl is a figure from Aztec mythology, known as the Lady of the Dead. She is the goddess who presides over the afterlife and is associated with the Day of the Dead celebrations. Mictecacihuatl is often depicted as a skeletal woman, symbolizing the connection between life and death. In her role, Mictecacihuatl oversees the souls of the deceased, ensuring they receive proper respect and remembrance. She is also linked to the underworld, known as Mictlan, where souls journey after death. Her presence highlights the Aztec belief in honoring ancestors and the cyclical nature of life.