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Yanshui Beehive Fireworks Festival

WhenBased on the Chinese lunar calendar; held on the 14th-15th day of the 1st lunar month, the same dates as the Lantern Festival.   🟢 Confirmed
WhereYanshui Wu Temple and surrounding streets, Tainan, Taiwan
CostFree to attend; protective gear strongly recommended and often available for rent locally
BookingNot required to attend

Summary

Known as one of the world's most dangerous festivals, this 140-year-old tradition sees a temple procession pass through streets lined with beehive firework racks that launch thousands of rockets directly into protected crowds, believed to bring good luck.

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