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20 Bizarre European Traditions With Ancient Roots

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18. The Battle of Wine (Spain)

18. The Battle of Wine (Spain)
Revelers in white clothes, drenched in deep purple, joyfully toss Spanish wine during Haro’s legendary Battle of Wine festival. | Photo by Grape Things on Pexels

Every June in Haro, Spain, revelers arm themselves with buckets and squirt guns filled with red wine for the spirited Batalla del Vino. Held on Saint Peter’s Day, this exuberant celebration likely traces back to ancient grape harvest rites. Participants end the day stained purple, bonded by laughter and tradition. CNN

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