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Flinging Fruits and Hitting Highlights: A Europe Tour Like No Other
Are you ready for an adventure that goes beyond the ordinary? Buckle up, because this journey takes us to Europe's most unconventional events and remarkable destinations.
Let's kick things off in Italy, where the town of Ivrea celebrates an ages-old tradition during its annual Orange Throwing Battle. For three hilarious days, locals don their armor and launch oranges at each other - a wild reenactment of a medieval uprising. If you're intrigued, delve into other peculiar events Europe has in store. [As We Travel]
Next on our list is Gowalla, a social location service turning the typical travel app into something extraordinary. What was once a simple check-in service is now evolving into a mobile city guide and storytelling tool. [All Things D]
Arriving in New York City, the 9/11 Memorial Plaza recently opened its doors to the public. Although entrance is complimentary, visitors need to secure reservations in advance for a designated visit time. [Yahoo]
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Need some more weird and wonderful European events? Here are some inspiring examples:
- Up Helly Aa, Scotland: This fierce fire festival in Lerwick, Shetland Islands sees Vikings marching with torches, finishing with the burning of a galley ship creating a dramatic and fiery spectacle. [2]
- Cooper's Hill Cheese-Rolling and Wake, England: This dangerous race in southwestern England sends a nine-pound Double Gloucester cheese rolling down a steep hill, with competitors chasing after. The first to catch the cheese claims victory. [2]
- Central and Eastern Europe's Festivals: These niche, immersive music and art events transform unique locations like abandoned sanatoriums, castles, and forests into unforgettable acoustic and cultural experiences. [1]
These events, like Ivrea's orange battle, marry strong physical action or distinctive cultural traditions to provide unforgettable experiences for both participants and spectators. They authentically reflect their local history, cultural symbolism, and unique formats, making each event an extraordinary memory in its own right. [1][2]
Embrace your adventurous side as we delve into Europe's unique festivals, such as the Cooper's Hill Cheese-Rolling and Wake in England, where competitors race down a steep hill for a nine-pound Double Gloucester cheese. Meanwhile, the Gowalla travel app evolves from a simple checking-in service to a storytelling tool, enhancing our travel experiences with its mobile city guide feature. This combination of expedition, travel, lifestyle, storytelling, and unique European events makes for an extraordinary journey.
