The Mystical Origins of the Kukeri: Bulgaria’s Strangest Folk Festival
Sun gods, mystery cults, ancient initiations... this bizarre festival is older than you might think.
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Syrians of Metelkova: Street Art & Refugees in a Slovenian Commune
Drinking beer with the victims of ISIS at an autonomous commune in Ljubljana.
The Socialist Street Parties of Cuba, North Korea & The Former-USSR
Because no one throws a street party like the Communist Party.
The Asian Oktoberfest: Qingdao International Beer Festival
A visit to Qingdao International Beer Festival, complete with gunfights, edible insects, and… beer
Systo Palty: Russia’s Baltic Rave Circus
Systo Palty is an annual trance & world music festival held near Saint Petersburg.