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Famous festivals around the world

By Gladies Merita Published 3 years ago 3 min read

Festivals are a celebration of culture, community, and joy. From music and art to food and religion, festivals are an opportunity to come together and celebrate the unique traditions and values of a place. In this blog post, we will explore the top 10 festivals in the world.

Carnival - Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Carnival in Rio de Janeiro is one of the most famous and colorful festivals in the world. Every year, millions of people from around the world gather in the streets of Rio de Janeiro to dance, sing, and enjoy the vibrant parade of samba schools. The festival lasts for five days and is filled with music, food, and costumes.

Diwali - Indiv

Diwali a festival of lights and is celebrated in India and other parts of the world by Hindus, Sikhs, and Jains. The festival usually falls in October or November and marks the victory of good over evil. During Diwali, people light diyas (oil lamps), decorate their homes with colorful lights, and exchange sweets and gifts.



Oktoberfest - Munich, Germany

Oktoberfest is a festival of beer and is celebrated in Munich, Germany. The festival started in 1810 and is now the world's largest beer festival, attracting over six million people every year. The festival lasts for 16 days and is filled with beer, food, music, and carnival rides.

Holi - India

Holi is a Hindu festival of colors and is celebrated in India and other parts of the world. The festival usually falls in March and is a celebration of spring, love, and friendship. During Holi, people throw colored powder at each other, dance to music, and enjoy traditional food.

La Tomatina - Buñol, Spain

La Tomatina is a festival of tomatoes and is celebrated in the town of Buñol, Spain. The festival started in 1945 and is now one of the world's most famous food fights. During the festival, people throw tomatoes at each other, creating a sea of red pulp and juice.

Chinese New Year - China

Chinese New Year is a festival that celebrates the start of the lunar new year and is celebrated in China and other parts of the world. The festival usually falls in January or February and is a time for families to come together, exchange gifts, and eat traditional food. During the festival, there are parades, dragon and lion dances, and fireworks.

Mardi Gras - New Orleans, USA

Mardi Gras is a festival of music, food, and parades and is celebrated in New Orleans, USA. The festival started in the 18th century and is now a major tourist attraction, attracting over a million visitors every year. During the festival, people wear colorful costumes, dance to music, and catch beads thrown from the parade floats.

Songkran - Thailand

Songkran is a festival of water and is celebrated in Thailand and other parts of Southeast Asia. The festival usually falls in April and is a celebration of the Thai New Year. During Songkran, people splash water on each other, visit temples, and pay respect to their elders.

Day of the Dead - Mexico

Day of the Dead is a festival that celebrates the lives of the deceased and is celebrated in Mexico and other parts of Latin America. The festival usually falls on November 1st and 2nd and is a time for families to come together and honor their loved ones who have passed away. During the festival, people build altars, decorate graves, and eat tradition.

No matter what type of festival you attend, the experience is always a memorable one. Festivals allow us to connect with others, learn about different cultures, and celebrate the things that bring us together. Whether it's a small local event or a massive international gathering, there's something magical about being a part of a festival

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