7 Cultural Festivals around World and Why They Are Celebrated

Cultural diversity is what drives us to be connected with people and discover the true essence of celebrations. We bet, until now, ZNMD might have given you some desirable goals for La Tomatina festival. Isn’t it?

To experience festivals of such diverse cultures is truly a bliss. Our world is home to a number of cultures and every culture have their own way of mingling up with people time and again. And, all the countries look forward to showcasing their form of celebration and joy and thus open it for the world to see and be part of it.

What's more intriguing about these festivals is the history behind it. Curious much? Well, here is the list of 7 most amazing festivals around the world that’ll leave you yearning to attend all of them.

1. Mardi Gras (New Orleans, Louisiana)

Mardi Gras is the French name for Fat Tuesday. It reflects the practice of the last night of eating rich, fatty foods before the ritual fasting of the Lenten season. The festival which was initially started back in the 15th century steadily attracted a lot of people to be a part of it.

Regardless of who did it first, few would argue that the New Orleans festival is the best. Though the celebration is held every year on the day before Ash Wednesday, the festivities last for months.

2. King’s Day (Netherlands)

King’s Day, which marks the birthday of the king, is observed as a public holiday in the Netherlands. Every year the whole of the city of Netherlands comes together as a whole and parties on the streets with great enthusiasm embracing their king.

The whole of the city turns orange which symbolizes the unity of their community turning into friendly relations.

3. St. Patrick’s Day (Dublin, Netherlands)

The festival which marks the traditional death date of Saint Patrick, the most sacred saint of Netherlands, holds a great amount of respect in the hearts of Dutch.

Trivial fact: Saint Patrick’s Day is celebrated in more countries than any other national festival.

4. Holi (India, Nepal, Pakistan)

The festival of color which marks the triumph of good over evil is the second most celebrated festival all over the world. People from all parts of the world visit the Asian countries during the time of Holi and enjoy themselves by blending in different communities.

According to an old saying on the festival of Holi, even enemies become friends and enjoys themselves by becoming the part of the vibe and buzz created all around. Especially in India, different states possess their own ways to celebrate Holi which makes this festival even more enticing.

5. World Sacred Spirit Festival (Rajasthan, India)

Music has always been the center of attraction for all the people around the world. For centuries music has been a source of great entertainment to people which is the reason why different music festivals are organized all around the world to mark the sacred feeling people get through it.

Rajasthani folk music has its own history and has attracted a lot of people as its audience. World Sacred Spirit Festival is one of them. It embarks the Rajasthani Folk Music, inviting people around the globe to be a part of the vibe created out of it.

6. Sunburn Festival

Initially, Sunburn festival was started as a musical concert inviting notable musicians from all over the world. With time, more and more people started joining the community and the culture grew altogether.

Sunburn doesn’t resemble any specific culture but amalgamates the various cultures which are a part of its community. The festival which was started with the sole aim of entertaining people became an escape for the people from their daily routines.

7. Vesak (Sri Lanka)

This religious holiday is observed by Buddhists in countries all around the world, but it is more common in Asia. The date varies from country to country, but the week-long celebration in Sri Lanka (which annually begins on the day of the full moon in May) is widely considered among the best.

While most of us are trapped inside the monotony of daily struggles to survive in this world, this festival helps us to realize the true meaning of life.

While cultural barriers create boundaries amongst people, cultural festivals break through these shackles and welcome people from all over the world. These festivals are what bind us together and help us celebrate the diversity of thoughts and celebrations.