During the Up Helly Aa festival, participants actually light up replica of a Viking ship. — www.uphellyaa.org
Every nation – in fact, every culture – has its own unique festival or two, some of which have existed for many generations.
These festivals are often held in celebration of a particular event, most commonly with a religious significance. There are also festivals that are held in conjunction with the changing seasons, for example, or to welcome a new harvest year.
