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Harvest Rituals and Celebrations

Burryman Andrew Taylor parades through South Queensferry with his attendants.

Edinburgh, Scotland

The Burryman

As part of an 800-year-old tradition, a man parades through town covered in a suit made out of spiky burrs.

Stromberg Plum

This protected German fruit has its own representative queen.

Baleni Salt

A sacred tree, a secret language, and the labor of generations of women keep an ancient tradition of salt harvesting alive.

Jersey Black Butter

Once a year, communities on the tiny island gather to preserve the art of making licorice-flavored apple butter.

Federweisser

Welcome fall in Germany with this fizzy, refreshing young wine and a slice of savory onion tart.

Picking the Mohammadi rose in Qamsar.

Kashan Rose Water Festival

Iran’s annual celebration of its signature flower makes this desert region fragrant.

The festival culminates in a procession of local leaders.

Krobo Millet Festival

This harvest celebration culminates in a procession of drummers, palanquin-riding leaders, and vibrant colors.