People around the world celebrate on many various occasions. Here is the list of 10 colorful and fun holidays and festivals that are fun to participate at least once in your lifetime!

10. Carnival in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

The biggest parade in the world is held before Lent. The samba dancers prepare all year long: the technique, performance, costumes, decorations – everything has to be perfect and bigger than their competitors’.

9. Oktoberfest, Munich, Germany.

 

Held since 1810 the festival has become an important part of Bavarian culture. Originally the commemoration of Prince Ludwig’s wedding turned into the biggest beer celebration in the world.

  

8. Chinese New Year, China.

A very important holiday in Chinese culture. The date varies approximately between middle January to middle February. People celebrate loudly, they dance and play, use plenty of costumes and fireworks.

7. Saint Patrick’s Day, Ireland.

Is celebrated to commemorate Christianity’s arrival to Ireland. Irish communities in USA, especially Boston, Chicago and other European countries also celebrate it. Green dyed rivers define the fest.

6. Yi Peng Lantern Festival, Thailand.

The celebration is meant to obtain Buddhist merit. It attracts so many people, that the sight of the floating lights in the air is hypnotizing.

5. The Carnival of Venice, Italy.

The colorful fest takes place just the day before Ash Wednesday. Its roots go back to 1162. Venetian masks define the carnival, which also attracts many theaters troupes to participate in it.

 

4. Halloween, USA.

All Hallows’ Eve is celebrated in many countries, however, in USA it is commemorated with very colorful, scary costumes and enables to take a skeleton out of the closet.

3. La Tomatina, Buñol, Spain.

Held on the last Wednesday of August, the celebration attracts many locals as well as tourists, who throw tomatoes just for fun! The city becomes entirely covered with tomato paste.

2. Burning Man Festival, Blackrock Desert, Nevada, USA.

Originated as a bonfire ritual on the summer solstice in 1986, the festival has turned into an amazing, extravagant art fest. In the end a 72ft wooden man is set on fire.

 

1. Holi, India.

Originally a Hindu festival, celebrated every spring, now it attracts other communities as well. To commemorate a new season and good harvests people throw colorful powder and celebrate wildly.

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Ice caves are the amazing wonders of nature, hiding under the glaciers. Many tours to the glaciers include visiting the caves. Some caves are not open for everyone, since they are difficult to navigate. However, many of them were discovered by the fearless adventurers. If you are going to visit any ice cave that is not monitored by any tourist service, you have to remember that it may collapse any time, so be extra careful.

10. Ice Grotto of Mittelallalin, Fairy Glacier, Switzerland

The ice pavilion inside of the glacier, hides ice, that is thousands of years old. Located at an altitude of 3,500 m it also has an ice gallery of the ice sculptures. Ice Grotto provides with an interesting interactive experience.

Why to go there?

Besides the pavilion, Mittelallalin is a popular ski resort and has a revolving restaurant with amazing panoramic views.

When to go there?

All year round.

How to get there?

With Alpine train go to the Mittelallalin stop, then get in the cable car, which will take to the cave.

9. Gorner Glacier, Valais, Switzerland

The second largest glacier in the Alps, Gorner owns some impressive ice caves. The caves were explored by the professional team, who had to dig their way into the caves. The gorgeous pictures depict undiscovered beauty of these caves.

Why to go there?

Get a tour to the most popular Gorner Glacier. However, the caves are hard to access, therefore there are no cave tours.

How to get there?

Train from Zermatt, known as Gornergratbahn, goes there. The famous route has scenic views, that are also said to be a must see once in Zermatt.

8. Kamchatka’s Ice Cave, Russia

The region is known for rough climate, but also the most amazing unspoiled nature. Surrounded with active volcanoes on the surface, the ice cave is of breathtaking beauty. The ice is so thin, that when sun illuminates, it shimmers multicolor lights.

Why to go there?

Kamchatka is a truly unique and remote place, loved by the adventurers.

When to go there?

The tours to Mutnovsky volcano, which is near the cave, take place from July to September.

How to get there?

Best way to get there is by plane: from Moscow, Saint Petersburg, Vladivostok or other Russian cities.

7. Dobsinska Ice Cave, Dobsina, Slovakia

Situated in mountain range known as Slovak Paradise, the cave is included in the UNESCO World Heritage list. The thickness of ice can reach 26.5 m, making it one of the most significant ice caves in the world. The stairs in the cave make it easy to access and explore.

Why to go there?

The ice structures are enormous and the developed tourism makes it an enjoyable experience.

When to go there?

The cave is open from May 15 to Sept 30, except Mondays.

How to get there?

Dobšiná village is situated between Poprad and Rožňava.

 

6. Eisriesenwelt, Werfen, Austria

42 km long, it is the biggest ice cave in the world. Loved by the tourists, the cave provides very exciting sites. The guided tours will provide information about its formation. The trip from Salzburg to the caves is also very scenic.

Why to go there?

One of the most important ice caves in the world, easily accessible.

When to go there?

Eisriesenwelt is open from May 1st to October 26th.

How to get there?

40 km from Salzburg. Viator arranges pick-ups from a hotel.

5. Mýrdalsjökull Glacier Ice Cave, Iceland

Situated in the southern Iceland, the glacier hides an active volcano Katla underneath. The scientists have been carefully monitoring the volcano’s activity recently. However, the tours to the glacier are popular among the tourists.

Why to go there?

The glacier is easy to access for anybody and its Arctic beauty is impressive.

When to go there?

Go there during winter.

How to get there?

The agencies organize hotel pick-ups from Reykjavík.

4. Big Four Ice Caves, Mount Rainier, USA

Located in the Cascade Range of Washington around Mount Rainier, the Big Four ice caves attract a lot of tourists. On a hiking trail visitors get to admire unspoiled nature. Also the caves in Paradise Glacier around Mount Rainier are no less impressive.

Why to go there?

There are many ice caves in the area.

When to go there?

Go there during summer and fall.

How to get there?

The tour takes off from Big Four Picnic Area, which is 40 km from Verlot Public Service Center.

 

3. Booming Ice Chasm, Canadian Rockies, Canada

The ice is crystal clear and the cave has amazing acoustics. Only professionals should climb these icy walls, though, because the slightest mistake would send them sliding into the wall.

Why to go there?

A serious challenge for the experienced climbers.

When to go there?

The cave remains frozen all year round. Various hikes are available in the area.

How to get there?

Situated on the Alberta/British Columbia border, which is a 90 min drive from Calgary.

2. Mendenhall Glacier Ice Caves, Juneau, Alaska, USA

19 km long glacier hides some of the most stunning ice caves underneath. The caves are unique that the melting ice forms springs, that add up extra beauty to the caves.

Why to go there?

Mendenhall Glacier is one of the most popular attractions in Alaska and a very accessible glacier.

When to go there?

Anytime – the area doesn’t experience dramatic climate changes.

How to get there?

The tours to the glacier take off from the downtown of Juneau.

1. Skaftafell Ice Cave, Iceland

The most recognizable cave, located in the favorite Skaftafell National Park, is gorgeous. The blue ice however can be seen after a heavy rain in winter. It is even said that when the glacier moves even a millimeter, the loud sound is heard in the cave.

Why to go there?

The most popular ice cave, surrounded with beautiful nature of Iceland.

When to go there?

In winter, when it is really cold and the ice wouldn’t collapse.

How to get there?

The agencies organize hotel pick-ups from Reykjavík.