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Mardi Gras
Though it's celebrated in few other Catholic countries, Mardi Gras in New Orleans, US remains to be the oldest and the most iconic celebration.
Rio Carnival
One of the biggest festivals in the world, the Carnival in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil draws millions of people across the globe.
Holi
Also known as the festival of colors, Holi is one of the most important celebrations in India, symbolizing the triumph of good over evil.
La Tomatina
Held on the last Wednesday of every August in Bunol, Spain, La Tomatina is the world's biggest tomato fight, attracting thousands of tourists every year.
Burning Man
Burning Man is an annual 9-day long festival that takes place in the Nevada desert. It encourages the expression of culture and a connected existence.
Boryeong Mud Festival
This 10-day long mudfest is organized in the coastal, sleepy town of Boryeong, with a huge number of tourists visiting every year.
Oktoberfest
Spanning over a fortnight, Oktoberfest in Munich is all about music, dance, vibrant parades, costumes, fairground rides, and lots and lots of beer!
Dia de los Muertos
Día de los Muertos or Day of the Dead demonstrates love and respect for the deceased members of Mexican families in a colorful and joyous manner.
Harbin International Ice and Snow Sculpture Festival
China's very own winter wonderland, The Harbin International Ice and Snow Sculpture Festival welcomes ice sculptors and visitors from all over the world, creating a unique experience.
Yi Peng Festival
The Thai festival Yi Peng is part of the festivities of Loy Krathong, and makes for a spectacular view when thousands of candlelit lanterns are released into the night sky.
St. Patrick’s Day
The festival observes the death anniversary of Ireland's patron saint, St. Patrick. Over the years, it has evolved into a holiday of merrymaking that includes parades, food, dance, music, and the country turning green.
Songkran
Also known as the Buddhist New Year, Songkran is a water festival celebrated predominantly in Thailand from April 13 to April 15.
Krampusnacht
Though it's celebrated in many parts of Europe, the Krampus Parade in Austria is the craziest one with participants dressed as Krampus, the horrible monster who is on a mission to punish the naughty kids.
Diwali
Diwali, also known as the festival of lights, celebrates the victory of good over evil and commemorates the return of Lord Rama to Ayodhya after a 14-year exile.
Falles
Falles is a traditional celebration in Valencia, Spain, that commemorates St. Joseph. The local artists also build a falla, i.e., a monument that is burnt as the festivities approach the end.
Carnival of Venice
The masquerade balls and interesting characters in Venetian masks compel tourists from across the world to come visit this romantic city of Italy.
Semana Santa
Semana Santa (Holy week) is the Spanish Easter featuring elaborate floats and processions on the streets, especially in the Castilla-Leon area of the country.
International Balloon Fiesta
The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is where you c an witness hundreds of balloons color the sky during warm October days.
Whirling Dervishes Festival
The Whirling Dervishes is an important festival held in Konya that commemorates the union of Sufi poet, Rumi with God.
Douz Sahara Festival
One of the oldest cultural festivals in Africa, Douz Sahara Festival is where you'll see traditional desert sports, music, dance, and Bedouin marriage.
White Nights Festival
Russia celebrates the natural phenomena of midnight sun with a series of fine and performing arts such as ballet, opera, and museum exhibits. Its revelry also includes carnivals and fireworks.
Battle of the Oranges
The tradition of flinging oranges symbolize Ivrea's freedom from an evil town lord's rule who was eventually beheaded.
Up Helly Aa
Every year on the Shetland Islands, the Scotts commemorate the Vikings who ruled these lands for thousand of years with an annual fire festival.
Cherry Blossom Festival
Known as hanami in Japan, the Cherry Blossom festivals are held all over the country with activities like picnic under the trees, home-cooked meals, and barbeques.
Pingxi Lantern Festival
This annual lantern festival takes place in the village of Pingxi, where people write their wishes on their lanterns and release them into the sky, hoping their ancestors will help them.
Voodoo Festival
The Voodoo Festival is celebrated in the small coastal town of Ouidah, where locals honor the deities with their ancestral cult ceremonies and practices.
Kandy Esala Perahera
One of the biggest Buddhist festivals in Sri Lanka, Kandy Esala Perahera to honor the sacred tooth relic of Lord Buddha.
Cascamorras
Another one Spain's crazy festivals, Cascamorras in held in two towns Baza and Guadix which fight over the religious statue of Virgin de la Piedad.
Nuit Blanche
Nuit Blanche, a night-time arts festival shows off the Parisian spirit in unique ways with eccentric artists and performers.
Carnival of Basel
Also known as Fasnacht, this Swiss celebration is a festival of masks. It is considered to be inappropriate to remove the masks while parading.
Can you match these festivals to their right country?
27th June, 2019
One of the most eccentric aspects of every country is its culture, wonderful and weird, at the same time. And there's no doubt, the best way to explore a place is through its culture. If customs and traditions have always fascinated you, then we reckon you'll enjoy this quiz. Let's see if you can match these festivals to their right country.
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