Festivals and Celebrations of the World- A Photo Story


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Most of the time when Deb and I travel it is to see the country and meet the people. But we always seem to stumble across crazy festivals that never cease to amaze us.

From Thaipusam in Malaysia to the 500yr anniversary of the town of Hampi in India, we seem to have the knack of being in the right place at the right time. Below are just 5 of the crazy festivals we have been lucky enough to experience. Hope you enjoy.

Thaipusam- Batu Caves, Malaysia

Thaipusam in Malaysia pilgrim with spikes

pulling chariot with hooks at Thaipusam in Malaysia

Songkran- Chaing Mai, Thailand

getting wet at thailand's songkran festival

Tuk tuk Drives through water being thrown at Sonkran

Holi- Mathura, India

The colours fly at Holi festival

young girl at holi festival in India

Adams Peak Pilgrimage- Ratnapura, Sri Lanka

Praying at beginning of Adams Peak Pilgrimage

relax and celebrate at top of Adams Peak Pilgrimage


Hampi 500yr Anniversary- Hampi, India

Waiting for the celebrations to begin!

Waiting for the Hampi celebrations to begin!

The Hampi Festival celebration is in full swing!

The 500th anniversary of Hampi is in full swing!

7 Responses to Festivals and Celebrations of the World- A Photo Story

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  2. I remember the first post you guys did on Thaipusam…oooouuucchh!!
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    Anil May 28, 2010 at 11:35 am Reply
  3. Wonderful shots – the joyful faces are just lighting up the page as you scroll down :-)

    Shannon OD May 29, 2010 at 7:01 pm Reply
  4. These are amazing shots. Festivals never cease to amaze me.
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    Nancie (Ladyexpat) May 30, 2010 at 9:09 am Reply
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  6. Really amazing pictures!!
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    Indian Bazaars June 8, 2010 at 9:59 pm Reply
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