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Festivals Around The World Honoring Animals: Celebration Of Dogs, Monkeys, And More
photoDetails english 2948000 Updated:Aug 18, 2025, 07:27 PM IST La Pourcailhade (Pig Festival), France
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La Pourcailhade is the festival of pigs that is celebrated each year in August in the town of Trie-sur-Baïse. Monkey Buffet Festival, Thailand
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The festival is held in Lopburi, where locals offer a feast of fruits and vegetables to the resident monkey population. Running of Bulls, Spain
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A traditional event where bulls run through the streets before a bullfight. The festival of Spain is widely popular and famous worldwide. Kukur Tihar, Nepal
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Kukur Tihar is a day dedicated entirely to dogs in Nepal. Dogs are worshipped with garlands, tikas, and delicious treats to honor their loyalty and friendship. Gadhimai Festival, Nepal
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Held every five years, the festival honors the goddess Gadhimai. While historically controversial for animal sacrifices, recent years have reportedly seen efforts to make it less harmful. Pushkar Camel Fair, India
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One of the largest livestock fairs, the Rajasthan festival includes camel trading, camel beauty contests, and cultural performances. Nag Panchami, India
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Celebrated in several parts of India, on Nag Panchami, devotees honor snakes through rituals and offerings. Elephant Festival, India
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There is a colorful celebration in Jaipur honoring elephants with parades, decorated elephants, and cultural performances. Credits
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