The world is filled with beautiful cultures and traditions, including many exciting festivals. Festivals are very fun; it spread love and kindness. It may be the only time of the year when everyone is happy in that region irrespective of their background. Festivals are also a very good opportunity for people from all over the world to know the culture and tradition of the region and connect with them. Let’s see some of the best festivals in the world:
1. Holi, India
Holi is also known as “Festival of Colours” or “Festival of Love,” It is one of the most vibrant and joyful celebrations in India. Holi is celebrated with great energy across India; everyone comes together to play in this beautiful festival. You should come at this time of the year and play along. Holi celebration in Nepal is also similar to those India. It marks the arrival of spring, the end of winter, and the triumph of good over evil. Check this link to see some of the best Holi celebration in India.
2. Rio Carnival, Brazil
3. Carnival of Venice, Italy
Italy Venice carnival is a beautiful festival, which is very famous for its masks and period costumes. Venice Carnival is a historical celebration going on since 13th century and takes place before Lent. The masks are a symbol of anonymity so you can let your hair down and have fun. The Venice festival is tradition, art and party all rolled into one and attracts visitors from all over the world to its timeless magic.
4. La Tomatina, Spain
Tomatina festival Spain is one of the most famous festivals across the world that everyone should experience atleast once. Tomatina festival is held annually in Buñol, Spain, is a unique and playful festival celebrated on the last Wednesday of August. Everyone waits for the most iconic event tomato fight, where participants throw tomatoes at each other in a fun-filled battle.
5. Songkran, Thailand
Songkran Thai new year celebration is world’s biggest water festival where whole country emerges itself in the celebration for almost a week. Thai Songkran festival celebration marks as a symbol of cleansing and purification – washing away of one’s sins and bad luck and welcoming New Year. It is the most important festival in Thailand and has attracted a lot of tourists for the unique celebration of Songkran. Check out this article on Songkran.
6. Hanami, Japan
Hanami cherry blossom festival held from late March to early April, is a popular spring tradition celebrating the unmatched beauty of Cherry blossom (sakura). Hanami festival transforms Japan into a picturesque wonderland, attracting locals and tourists from worldwide. Hanami season is the peak tourist season attracting lots of international tourists for showcasing its tradition and serene cherry blossom viewing in Japan.
There are many other amazing festivals like Diwali, Chinese New Year, Christmas Markets, Mardi Gras, Oktoberfest and many more. These festivities around the world are the proof of diversity of human culture and bring people together in celebration, joy, and tradition. Each one offers a unique experience worth exploring. So, which festival you are going to attain? Tell me in the comment section.
Until next time, keep travelling and take care of Nature.
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