Every country has their unique traditions and ritual. Have you ever wondered about the various traditions and rituals from all over the world? Well, I did and today we are going to talk about the worlds most interesting traditions and rituals. Let's begin.
The first one is called "Tihar Festival" (also known as Festival of Lights) . It's celebrated in Nepal for 5 days.
On the second day of the festival dogs are adorned with flower garlands and they are treated with special food . Each day is dedicated to honoring different animals, deities, and relationships.
On the second day, known as Kukur Tihar, dogs are given special recognition for their loyalty and companionship. They are adorned with beautiful flower garlands, known as "mala," and a sacred red mark ("tika") is placed on their foreheads as a symbol of respect and blessing. The festival highlights the deep bond between humans and animals, promoting kindness and gratitude toward all living beings.
This tradition not only reflects respect for dogs and their loyal nature but also the protective role they play in our daily lives.
The next tradition we will be talking about is an amusing tradition from India . It's called "Marriage to a Banyan Tree".
In India, some people believe that astrological influences can bring bad energy or misfortune.
To counter this, a common practice is for individuals, especially women, to first symbolically marry a banyan tree before marrying their actual spouse. This ritual is thought to ward off bad luck and neutralize any negative planetary effects, ensuring a prosperous and harmonious married life.
The banyan tree, known for its longevity and sacred significance in Hindu culture, is believed to absorb the negative energy, allowing the person to move forward without obstacles.
The next tradition is from Scotland. This tradition is called "Up Helly Aa". It's a fire festival in which Scotland's Shetland Islands that celebrates Viking heritage. Participants get dressed as Vikings and they burn a large Viking ship. This is not only a way to show respect for the past but also a celebration for unity.
Lastly but definetly not the least, we have a tradition from Spain called "La Tomatino". You may have heard this tradition before because it has become very popular among people. This tradition takes place in a town of Spain called Bunol every year on the last wednesday of August . This tradition is the worlds largest tomato fight. To simply explain it, participants throw tomatoes at each other for an hour for fun. There are approximately 20.000 to 40.000 participants.
In summary each tradition uniquely represents the identity of a country, its people, and their way of life. These customs are shaped by a nations historical processes, religious beliefs, relationship with nature, and social structures. These traditions serve as a cultural heritage, passed down from the past to the future of a society.