UNUSUAL CULTURAL PRACTICES

Cultures form the backbone of humanity, each shaped by centuries of history, geography, and tradition. Although these cultures carry deep significance, some customs and rituals may seem unusual or bizarre to outsiders.

Here Are 5 Bizarre Traditions from Around the World:

The small town of Buñol in Spain hosts the La Tomatina festival every year, where thousands of participants engage in a massive tomato fight. 

The Dani tribe of Papua, Indonesia, expresses grief by cutting a portion of their fingers as a symbol of mourning and to honour the spirits of the deceased. 

In the village of Castrillo de Murcia, Spain, men dress as devils in the El Colacho festival and sprint through the streets and leap over babies placed on mattresses.  

In the secluded village of Nagoro, Japan, an artist filled the town with life-sized dolls resembling former residents who have passed away or moved. These dolls now outnumber the living. 

In certain regions of Scotland, brides-to-be are doused in a messy mix of flour, eggs, and molasses. Friends and family parade her through town to prepare her for the challenges of married life.