To easily and conveniently move from one festival to another, this is the most bizarre list of festivals that are celebrated around the globe.
Shows are interesting and fun means to understand various cultures and traditions as well as their humorous aspects. Many festivals are associated with music, art, or religion, but some festivals are simply strange in the most entertaining way possible. Below, let us consider some of the most bizarre festivals from across the globe that you should probably consider adding to your list of places to visit in your lifetime.
- La Tomatina (Spain)
Originally started in the town of Buñol, La Tomatina is the biggest culinary backward faced by humanity every year. During this event, thousands of people come to splash overripe tomatoes on each other, turning the streets red. It is a disorderly but entertaining event with a focus on wild and playful amusements.
- The Baby Jumping Festival is a tradition of Spanish origin.
El Colacho, or the Baby Jumping Festival, is another peculiar tradition that takes place in the Spanish village of Castrillo de Murcia. During this festival, men dress as devils and then jump over babies who are placed on mattresses on the streets. People think that this rite washes the babies from the sin inherited from Adam and although it seems rather unusual, such a practice has existed for many years.
- Monkey Buffet Festival (Thailand)
The Monkey Buffet Festival is celebrated in Lopburi, Thailand, where the local monkeys are given a grand meal. There are mountains of fruits, vegetables, chocolates, and other sweets placed on different tables with chairs, especially for monkeys to dine. This festival is actually in honor of the monkeys, who are said to be bringing good fortunes to the people.
