Festivals, dance and traditions: short videos

This page explores a variety of festivals, dances, and traditions from around the world through a series of short videos, each linking to its source. You will learn about Naadam, a traditional festival celebrated in Mongolia and nearby regions, and the Land Diving ritual on Pentecost Island where men leap from tall wooden towers. The Thai New Year holiday, Songkran, is also featured, along with the Ottoman Shadow Play, which uses small puppets. Dance traditions such as Tango, originating near the Río de la Plata, and Breakdancing from the Bronx are explained. Other topics include the Boryeong Mud Festival in South Korea, the Barranquilla Carnival in Colombia, and the Day of the Dead with its candy sugar skulls. Each video offers a concise look at these cultural expressions and their significance.