Traditional Festival Collection (page 5)

River Onyar during the flower festival, Girona, Catalonia, Spain, Europe

NR, Elephant Buffet (largest in the world), morning street celebration with blocks
Dancers, Surin Elephant Round Up, Surin, Thailand

Lady in black and purple mask and feathered hat, Venice Carnival, Venice, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Veneto, Italy, Europe

Lady in blue and gold, with fan, Venice Carnival, Venice, Veneto, Italy, Europe

Lady in a pink dress and bejewelled hat, Venice Carnival, Venice, Veneto, Italy, Europe

Fireworks
Tree lighting, Martin Place in Sydney

Chinese New Year Festival Melbourne
Melbourne Yarra river night capture on Chinese New Year Festival

Commonwealth Jubilee
Jubilee fireworks in Sydney Harbour, to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Australian Federation, 30th January 1951. The fireworks were launched by Royal Australian Navy warships and Fort Denison

Lithuania, Vilnius County, Kernave, Midsummers day celebration
Lithuania - Vilnius County - Kernavja (UNESCO World Heritage List, 2004). Midsummers day celebration, June 23-24. Girls in traditional costumes

Minamoto Yorimoto on horse
Minamoto Yorimoto (1147 - 1199) Japanese warrior and founder of the feudal form of Japanese government, the Shogunate, 1192. Artists impression

Narrensprung, traditional carnival, Rottweiler Fasnet, Rottweil, Black Forest, Baden Wurttemberg, Germany, Europe

A pierced devotee laden with fruit, during Thaipusam festival, Batu Caves, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Devotees climb the steps to Batu Caves, overseen by a statue of Lord Murugan during Thaipusam, Batu Caves, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Procession of imperial ancestral tablets in Peking (Beijing), From Journal des Voyages, 1909, illustration
China, 20th century. Procession of imperial ancestral tablets in Peking (Beijing). From the Journal des Voyages, 1909

Italy, Florence, Festival at Cascine in Honor of Ferdinand III of Lorraine
Giuseppe Maria Terreni (1739-1811), Festival at the Cascine in Honour of Ferdinand III of Lorraine, 1791

Denmark, Copenhagen, Return of the Bucintoro
Francesco Guardi (1712-1793), The Return of the Bucintoro

France, Paris, horse parade in Place Royal (Royal Square)
France, 18th century. Paris, horse parade in Place Royal (Royal Square)

Italy, Veneto, Venice, Doge of Venice and Signoria by Church of San Rocco, on Saints Day
Gabriel Bella (1730-1799), The Doge of Venice and the Signoria by the Church of San Rocco, on the Saints Day, oil on canvas

Italy, Pisa, celebrations for victory in Gioco del Ponte (the Bridge Game), by Giuseppe Terreni, 1785, illustration
Giuseppe Terreni (1739-1811). Pisa, celebrations for the victory in the Gioco del Ponte (the Bridge Game), 1785. Folkloric festival taking place every year on the Ponte di Mezzo

France, Versailles, Charles X Entering Paris
Nicolas Gosse (1787-1878), Charles X (1757-1836) Entering Paris on June 6, 1825

Italy, Rome, Madonne di Settembre (Madonna of September) festival, engraving, 1820
Italy, 19th century. Rome, Madonne di settembre (Madonna of September) festival. Engraving. 1820

France, Versailles, Concert in Honour of Queen Victoria of the United Kingdom in the Hall of Mirrors of Chateau d Eu
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Venetian carnival, poster by Giovanni Mataloni, 1896
Jules Burgmein (pseudonym of Giulio Ricordi 1840-1912), Carnaval Venitien (Venetian carnival), 1896. Poster by Giovanni Mataloni (1868-1944)

Terracotta model of holiday parade with pets, Peru, Nazca culture
Pre-Inca civilization, Peru, 3rd-10th century A.D. Nazca culture. Terracotta model of a holiday parade with pets

Fresco depicting procession of carpenters, Carpenters Workshop at Pompeii
Roman civilization, 1st century A.D. Fresco depicting a procession of carpenters. From Pompei, the Carpenters Workshop

The Game of Pelota at Tula by Alfredo Zalce
Alfredo Zalce (1908-2003), The Game of Pelota at Tula

France, Paris, public festivities in Place de la Concorde, Gouache
France, 18th century. Paris, public festivities in Place de la Concorde. Gouache

Russia, painting of The life in a little Ukrainian village
Russia - 19th century. The life in a little Ukrainian village

Italy, Turin, Popular Flemish ceremony, close-up
Pieter Bruegel the Elder (ca. 1525-1569), Popular Flemish Ceremony. Detail

Germany, Bayreuth during the 1892 Festival
Germany - 19th century. Bayreuth during the 1892 Festival

Denmark, Copenhagen, Return of Bucintoro, close-up
Francesco Guardi (1712-1793), The Return of the Bucintoro

Carnival in Milan, by Carlo Bossoli, painting
Carlo Bossoli (1815-1884). Carnival in Milan

Street in Burano with young women in costumes, by Umberto Veruda Venice, 1904, painting
Umberto Veruda (1868-1904). Venice. A street in Burano with young women in costume, 1904

France, Versailles, The French Army Parading in Place Vendome, after the Italian Campaign on 14th August 1859, detail
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China, Chinese city during Spring Festival, by unknown artist of Ming Dynasty
China, 14th-17th centuries. A Chinese city during the Spring Festival. Painting taken from a scroll by an unknown artist of the Ming Dynasty

France, Rouen, Procession of Holy League
Francois (II) Bunel (1552-1599), Procession of the Holy League

Ireland, Dublin, St Patricks Day, horse carriage, close-up

Hungary, Budapest, The Harvest festival
Agost Elek Canzi (1808-1866), The Harvest Festival

Italy, Venice, Procession in Piazza San Marco (St Marks Square), Venice, detail, the musicians
Gentile Bellini (ca. 1429-1507), Procession in Piazza San Marco (St. Marks Square), Venice. Detail: the musicians

England, London, engraving of The Vauxhall Orchestra in London
England - London - 18th century. The Vauxhall Orchestra in London. Engraving

France, Paris, Carnival of VeNice (Minuetto)
Giovanni Domenico (or Giandomenico) Tiepolo (1727-1804), Carnival of Venice (Minuetto)

France, Paris, Charlatan
Giovanni Domenico (or Giandomenico) Tiepolo (1727-1804), The Charlatan

France, Paris, Country Festival, close-up
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France, Paris, Country Festival
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Easter procession in the old town Vegueta, Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, Canary Islands, Spain, Atlantic, Europe

Man in costume representing a god at the Teyyam ceremony, near Kannur, Kerala, India, Asia

Lanterns for Loi Krathong festival

Cherry blossom tree and silk tapestry of elaborate festival float (yatai) in Gonjunko Procession during Sanno Festival of Hie Jinja Shrine, Takayama, Gifu prefecture, Japan

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"Exploring the Vibrant Tapestry of Traditional Festivals Around the World" Immerse yourself in the enchanting atmosphere of Venice Carnival, as two ladies adorned in blue and gold masks transport you to a bygone era. Experience twilight at Boudhanath Stupa in Kathmandu, Nepal, where serenity meets spirituality during this traditional festival. Witness monks illuminating khom loy candles and lanterns for Loi Krathong festival, creating a mesmerizing spectacle that lights up the night sky. Step into the magical world of Venice Carnival once again, as a lady and gentleman donning red and white masks add an air of mystery to this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Join the exuberant celebrations at Basel's Carnival (Basler Fasnacht), where Switzerland comes alive with vibrant costumes, music, and revelry. Lift your spirits high at Bristol's Hot Air Balloon Festival in England, where colorful balloons fill the sky against a backdrop of historic landmarks. Marvel at the breathtaking beauty of Chateau-d Oex's International Hot Air Balloon Festival nestled amidst Switzerland's majestic Swiss Alps. Transport yourself to San Miguel de Allende's lively streets during Evangeline festivities, immersing yourself in Mexican culture through vibrant parades and joyful gatherings. Feel your heart race as fireworks light up East Sussex skies during Nevill Junior Bonfire night; Lewes becomes alive with excitement and awe-inspiring displays. Return once more to Venice Carnival as a lady dressed elegantly in gold captivates onlookers with her grace and allure amid Italy's rich cultural heritage. Be dazzled by Rio de Janeiro's Carnival parade at Sambodrome – Brazil’s most iconic celebration pulsates with energy as samba dancers take center stage. Embark on a journey across continents and cultures through these traditional festivals, where ancient traditions blend seamlessly with modern revelry.