7 Festivals That Celebrate Animals Around the World
Animals are among the most compassionate and selfless creatures on the planet. As a result, some cultures and traditions recognize and celebrate these kind beings. Some festivals celebrate the animals and are of great fun too. Posted On August 17th, 2021
Monkey Buffet Festival
The Monkey Buffet Festival is held in the Bangkok province of Lopburi for the benefit of the monkeys. For the delight of the 3000 monkeys who live in the area, 4000 kilograms of fruits, vegetables, cakes, and candies are placed in front of temples on tables, in a pyramid, or simply on a simple mat.
Golden Retriever Festival
The Golden Retriever Festival honors the long breeding process that produced one of the most popular dog breeds. The Golden Retriever is a genuinely fantastic breed, known for its tracking abilities, gentleness, intelligence, loyalty, and lustrous golden fur. The festival brings together various other dogs, allowing them to socialize and make new friends while also participating in fun activities.
Tihar festival
The Tihar festival is Nepal's version of Diwali. People observe many of the same rituals as in India during the festival of lights. One significant difference is that the Nepalis devote the second day to dog worship. Dogs are honored as man's best friend with garlands and plenty of good food.
Surin's Elephant Roundup Festival
Surin's Elephant Roundup Festival aims to promote and protect the local way of life between humans and elephants. The event takes place in Thailand's Surin province, specifically at the Si Narong Stadium, home to the world's largest domestic elephant village. This event features 20 decorated floats carrying elephant food. In a parade, 300 domesticated elephants will take part.
Banner Elk Wooly Worm Festival
In this festival, the worms decide the fate of the weather, similar to Groundhog Day. Worms are raced, and the winners are examined by experts to forecast the weather and the change of seasons.
Birds of Chile Festival
The annual Birds of Chile Festival is held in Via del Mar for families, ornithologists, and bird-watchers. Professional talks, educational workshops, and excursions to nearby habitats and ecosystems are all on the agenda.
Rabbit Hopping Festival
The Rabbit Hopping Festival features small fur balls leaping over obstacles with ease while their masters trail behind on leash. Before they can advance to the elite class, the rabbits must undergo 2-3 years of training. The festival is entirely for entertainment purposes, and no one forces their rabbit to jump if they do not wish to.
