


Pasola
Sumba, Indonesia
February
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This Indonesian Festival gives you a chance to watch men on horseback swipe each other with spears at this gory harvest festival. Its based on the idea that the sight of split human blood puts the spirits in a good mood and encourages them to bring a good harvest.
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Throughout Indonesia
March
This festival is throughout Indonesia and attracts thousands annually
Waisak Festival
Borobudur, Indonesia
May
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This is a festival with acres of saffron-robed monks praying under the full moon.
Usaba Sambah
Bali, Indonesia
May / June
Funeral Ceremonies
Sulawesi, Indonesia
August – October