PHOTOGRAPHS: WIKIMEDIA, KAKUTRIPPERUMay 2016
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INTI RAYMI
Cuzco, Peru: Come for magic and mythology – a nine-day winter
solstice celebration that worships the Incan god Inti, Inti Raymi or
“Festival of the Sun” is marked by colourful costumes, lavish banquets,
and an elaborate reenactment of ancient Inca rituals, culminating in a
royal procession to an ancient fortress. Take the opportunity to check
out the famed Machu Picchu, the real temple of the sun.
Ointiraymiperu.com24
ST JOHN’S DAY
Monaco: St John’s Day is an ancient
religious festival that sees a
colourful procession travelling
from Monaco-Ville to Monte-
Carlo, with folk groups forming a
guard of honour around “Little
Saint John” and his lamb to the
Church of St Charles. A tradition
not to be missed filled with music,
bonfires, and a feast that goes well
into the wee hours of the night.
Owww.visitmonaco.com22 TO 26
GLASTONBURY
Pilton, England: Check off your
bucket list with the granddaddy of
modern music festivals, modelled
after the hugely successful (and
infamous) Woodstock. Launched in
the 1970s, Glastonbury has since
become a mega-musical event
headlined by the world’s most
talented artists. This year’s line-up
boasts Muse, Adele, Coldplay and
Disclosure, amongst many others.
Owww.glastonburyfestivals.co.uk10 TO 12
ULTRA KOREA
Seoul, Korea: Dubbed the World’s
Premier Electronic Music Festival,
Ultra’s 2016 instalment in Korea
will see heavyweight headliners
such as Afrojack, Avicii, Knife Party
and Martin Garrix take the stage,
with regional supporting acts such
as Mitomi Tokoto, Justin Oh and
Kimkat rounding out the line-up.
Oumfkorea.com20
DUANWU FESTIVAL
China: The two millennia-old
summer Dragon Boat Festival is
widely celebrated amongst
Chinese communities, from small
rural towns to urbanised cities.
Munch into delectable pyramid-
shaped glutinous rice called Zongzi
and cheer on vibrant dragon boats
as they race across breathtaking
waterscapes.
Owww.cnto.orgNOW TO 15
SINGAPORE
HERITAGEFEST
Singapore: The signature event by
the National Heritage Board will
feature a variety of programmes
highlighting the city’s unique
culture and history. Attend
guided neighbourhood tours,
peruse open houses, and
participate in film and discussion
panels that delve into the heart of
the Singaporean identity.
O heritagefest.sg
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VIVID SYDNEY
Sydney, Australia: See Sydney in a sparkling new light during the
annual Vivid Sydney. Each winter, the world’s best designers and
artists transform the city. See stunning images projected onto
Sydney Opera House, control the lights on the Harbour Bridge, play
with interactive light sculptures throughout the city centre,
experience great music and hear inspiring talks.
Owww.vividsydney.comJune 2016
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TAM KUNG FESTIVAL
Hong Kong: The birth of Tam
Kung, the patron God of
Seafarers, is celebrated every
fourth month of the lunar
calendar. Lively processions filled
with colourful floats and
accompanied by dragon and lion
dancers, acrobats, and martial
arts performers take to the
streets for a true testament of
Hong Kong’s living culture.
Owww.discoverhongkong.com14
LIGHTNING IN A BOTTLE
California, USA: Woodstock
fast-forward to the 21st century,
LiB has been described to be less
of a music festival and more like
a dizzying and transformational
“chill psychedelic circus
sideshow”. Bask in the
community of five days at San
Antonio Recreation Area turned
campground in a lineup of
electronic performances,
personal-growth workshops,
hikes, yoga and meditation
services, and more.
Olightninginabottle.org11 TO 14
MUSEUMS AT NIGHT
London, UK: A weekend of
after-dark culture awaits as more
than 30 venues ranging from
major museums to historic
properties and churches will open
their doors for this annual
nationwide festival. Discover new
exhibitions, listen to expert talks
and presentations, watch special
performances, take torch-lit
tours, enjoy live music in historic
surroundings, and engage in a
range of free and ticketed
night-time activities.
Omuseumsatnight.org.uk