
The carnival in Rio has to be seen to be believed. A mad mix of drums, dancing and singing in the streets in an explosion of colour and costumes.

A snapshot of Chinese culture, the festival is celebrated by boat races in the shape of dragons.

Possibly the biggest party in the world. Those crazy Berliners love nothing better than a camp knees-up.

Enjoy the cream of culture in the Scottish capital, from books to drama and comedy.

Squished tomatoes and stew... When a cast of thousands get violent with a bunch of toms.

Their cup runneth over. Beer lovers of the world unite - and head for the Munich Oktoberfest.