Tradition

Setting this massive marionette aflame rids Santa Fe of doom and gloom for another year.

The famed amusement district marks the beginning of summer with a wild procession of nautical creatures.

A quiet country churchyard holds a monument to the last known sin-eater in England.

Along the side of the road on a small Japanese island is an extensive garden of uniquely designed Shisa statues.

This masterpiece of muralism depicts the rich culture of the people of Michoacán and their timeless connection to the land.

A 200-year-old tavern challenges guests to finish a glass of wine while hanging from a ceiling beam.

Once a year, local students "clean" this statue with a champagne shower.

The official meeting point for the oddly named governing assembly of ancient Sweden.

Ancient traditions and surreal birdwatching come into sharp relief along one of the world's most polluted rivers.

This large pile of traveler-curated rocks by the dry lakebed is a longstanding tradition on the Old Mojave Road.

For 20 years, local pumpkins have met their fate on the iron fence surrounding this Cobble Hill home.

This small town's local tradition is to create the world's tallest ice pillar.

Twice a year, this Orkney town hosts a rowdy game of medieval mob football.

This overlooked gem outside Niagara Falls preserves and celebrates Iroquois culture.

This cascade of mineral-rich hot springs and waterfalls is an oasis in the Jordanian desert.