A collection of weird traditions, rituals and ceremonies from around the world. Ranging from odd to funny to questionable in nature, you may want to witness some of them if you happen to be on vacation in the area at the right time. Others, not so much.
Like bungee jumping but using tree vines instead of a bungee cord. Find out more
World Gurning Championships, EnglandInvolves people making ugly faces, the ugliest face wins. Find out more
Gloucestershire Cheese Rolling, EnglandInvolves a wheel of cheese being rolled down a hill, with a gang of people chasing after it. Cheese Rolling
Daily Border Closing Ceremony, India and PakistanWhat looks like a mix of Ministry of Silly Walks audition and a mustache competition is actually the daily border
closing ceremony between India and Pakistan, which oddly enough involves both countries. Read More
Monkey Feast, ThailandA huge spread of food is arranged for the local monkey population. Read More
Running of the Bulls, SpainA group of bulls is released onto the city streets while the crowds try to run away and stay unharmed. Read More
Baby Throwing, IndiaThe babies are dropped from roughly 50 feet onto a bed-sheet that is being held taut.It is supposed to bring good health and good luck.
Tomatina – Tomato Throwing Festival, SpainThe biggest tomato fight in the world. Read More
Jumping over BabiesInvolves men dressed as the Devil jumping over newborn babies. Read More
Bullet Ant Gloves, Brazilian AmazonAs an initiation rite into adulthood, young men place their hands in gloves filled with Bullet Ants.