Top 10 Most Popular Festivals in the World

Most countries have their unique festivals and events. These are loved by the tourists for being joyful and interesting. The festivals really bring a lot of happiness in our lives. These make one country distinctive from the others. During these events, the tourists don’t care of spending thousands of dollars, and as a result the states earn huge profit from the tourism industry. Let us check the list of top 10 most popular festivals in the world.

10. China – The Chinese New Year in Hong Kong

This is a very special festival of Hong Kong. No other place in the world celebrates Chinese New Year like this city. This is one of the most promising events when the markets are lightened and the tourists can enjoy colorful flower markets, fireworks, a dazzling world-class night parade, bustling temples, great sports events, and many other activities.

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9. South Korea – Boryeong’s Mud Festival on Daecheon Beach

The Boryeong Mud Festival is an annual festival that is celebrated in South Korea. It is held during the summer season in Boryeong. This festival is purposed to awaken the inner child of every person. On this event, you are free to get dirty yourself in the mud and enjoy the time. This is all about fun and lots of excitement.

8. USA – Burning Man Festival in Black Rock Desert, Nevada

Burning Man is an annual event held in USA. This is enjoyed by millions of people who gather in Nevada’s Black Rock desert for creating art and expressing their individuality. This is a kind of religious festival that captivates the attention of worldwide tourists.

7. Thailand – The Full Moon Party on Haad Rin Beach in Koh Phangan

Haad Rin is home to the Full Moon Party. This has housed almost 35000 rather mad individuals. The Full Moon Party is celebrated with lots of fun and excitement in Koh Phangan. During this festival, the people can enjoy sound and can even dance. Some of the highly talented DJs are invited to rock the party who bang out their wares and provide the people with so much to enjoy.

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6. Spain – The Festival of San Fermin

The Festival of San Fermin is one of the most popular festivals in the world. It catches the attention of thousands of tourists toward Pamplona, Spain every year. This nine-day festival has so many activities like carnival, bullfights and Running of the Bulls. This is one of the traditional festivals of Spain, and has been held since 1591.

5. India – Diwali in Amritsar

Although Diwali is celebrated in all parts of India but the celebrations of this Festival of Lights in Amritsar have always been unmatched. This festival is also celebrated in Nepal, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Singapore, Fiji, Guyana and Trinidad & Tobago. The word Diwali has come from the name of Dipavali, which means a row of lamps. On this occasion, special fireworks are enjoyed and streets, houses, and buildings are lightened with bright colored lights.

4. Germany – Oktoberfest in Munich

The Oktoberfest is a popular beer festival. It is one of the largest festivals in the world. This has been held in Germany and millions of visitors from all around the world reach the Oktoberfest each year to enjoy this lovely event.

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3. Brazil – Carnival in Rio de Janeiro

The Carnival of Rio de Janeiro dates back to 1723. This festival was first introduced by the immigrants of the Portuguese islands of Açores, Madeira and Cabo Verde. The idea is to get everyone soak wet. The people love to enjoy this festival and step out of their homes with buckets of water and lime. The festival is held during summer when Cariocas are at their best. It is celebrated all over Brazil.

2. Mardi Gras, USA

This is a popular two-week festival that is featured with parades headed by ‘Kings’ and ‘Queens’ leading a flotilla of garish floats manned by ‘krewes’ who throw trinkets to the crowd. The festival is attended by thousands of people from all parts of the world. What makes it distinctive is the culmination that is the wicked mayhem of Mardi Gras Day. It is also named as Fat Tuesday, followed by Ash Wednesday which is the first day of Lent.

1. Australia – New Year Celebrations in Sydney Harbour

Sydney New Year’s Eve is a multi-color annual festival. It features two pyrotechnic displays, the 9pm Family Fireworks and the Midnight Fireworks. It is one of the most popular festivals in the world. Special fireworks display can make you attracted towards Australia.

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