Unusual traditions at global festivals and celebrations

Did you know that in Lopburi, Thailand, there’s an annual festival dedicated entirely to feeding monkeys?

Every year, on the last Sunday of November, the town holds the Monkey Buffet Festival, where tables are piled high with over two tons of fruits, vegetables, cakes, and candies.

This feast is prepared for the local macaque monkey population, which is considered sacred in Thai culture and believed to bring good fortune to the area.

The festival not only aims to thank the monkeys for attracting tourism and prosperity but also to ensure harmony between humans and animals in the community.

With extravagant parades, dances, and monkey-themed decorations, the event is a lively celebration that draws visitors from around the world to witness this unique interaction between people and primates.

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