Top 5 Countries with the Most Vibrant Halloween Celebrations

Halloween has long gone beyond the borders of the USA and has become a global phenomenon, but in some countries it is celebrated with special flair or unique millennia-old traditions. If you want to witness the true magic of this holiday, it's worth taking a look at the five countries where it is honored the most, reports 24 Kanal.

1. Mexico: Day of the Dead

The festival in Mexico is a vibrant event that begins on October 31. It has nothing to do with scary stories and is rather a celebration of life and honoring deceased ancestors.

• The people of the country believe that on this day the heavens open, and the spirits of their loved ones return to the families.

• The streets are decorated with colorful papel picado, and people wear skull-shaped masks.

• Traditionally, feasts are prepared for the dead, believing they come as guests.

2. Ireland: The Homeland of Halloween

It all began in Ireland, from the pagan festival of Samhain. Here it is celebrated with true enthusiasm, especially in the city of Derry, where one of the largest festivals in Europe is held.

3. Japan: A Modern Carnival for Adults

In Tokyo and Kyoto, Halloween has transformed into a grand carnival for adults. Here you won't see the usual 'trick-or-treating', but you can enjoy an incredible array of creative costumes and the overall festive atmosphere.

4. Italy: Ognissanti

On November 1, Italy celebrates Ognissanti – All Saints' Day. In Sicily, there is a belief that the dead return to bring sweets to children. In Rome, families hold feasts by the graves of their loved ones, honoring their memory.

5. England: Guy Fawkes Day

Although in England you can also see people in costumes, the real traditional celebration takes place on November 5. On this day, bonfires burn throughout the country in honor of Guy Fawkes' failed attempt to blow up Parliament. Children collect 'pennies for Guy' on this day.