Alright, so I’ve been meaning to share this for a while, and today’s the day. I’m diving into the world of international festivals, specifically the parades. You know, those big, flashy, and colorful events that just scream “culture”! I decided to do some digging and figure out which ones are worth checking out.
First things first, I had to make a list. I mean, there are tons of festivals around the world, right? So, I started by jotting down the ones I’ve heard of, seen pictures of, or read about. Then, I hit the web. I spent hours browsing travel blogs, official festival websites, and even some random forums. It was information overload, to be honest.
One blogger, Edyta from somewhere called SayYesToMadeira, kept raving about the Madeira Island Flower Parade. She called it “Cortejo Alegrico” and seemed super passionate about it. Made me curious, so I dug deeper into that one.
Then I stumbled upon this list of the top 10 must-visit festivals for 2025. Rio’s Carnival was on there, no surprise. And this Gion Matsuri in Kyoto? It sounded ancient and cool. This list was gold – pure gold.
Another website got me thinking about parades in general. The article was titled something like “Top Spectacular Parades Around the Globe: A Traveler’s Guide”. It talked about how parades are like these vibrant displays of culture and tradition. It got me all philosophical, you know?
After all this surfing, I started narrowing down my list. I wanted a mix of everything – color, music, performances, the whole shebang. I was looking for those parades that just make you go “wow,” whether they’re traditional or more modern.
So, here’s what I came up with, my personal curated list of parades to watch during international festivals:
- Madeira Flower Festival (Cortejo Alegrico): Had to include this after Edyta’s passionate recommendation.
- Rio Carnival: It’s a classic for a reason, right?
- Gion Matsuri: The history behind this one sounds fascinating.
I figured these three are a good starting point. They offer a nice variety – flowers, vibrant costumes, and ancient traditions. I’m pretty stoked about the idea of experiencing them firsthand. I’m going to start with the Madeira one, seems like a good idea to see it.
That’s my little adventure in the world of festival parades. It’s been a fun, and frankly a bit overwhelming, journey of discovery. But I’m excited about the possibilities. Now that I think I’ll start planning a trip to Madeira!
