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La Tomatina

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La Tomatina is a lively Spanish festival held in Buñol, Spain, each August. Participants throw tomatoes at one another in a huge, good-humoured food fight—an event that began among friends in the 1940s and grew into a famous tourist attraction. Visitors can join the tomato-throwing spectacle and experience a distinctive form of communal public celebration. Since 2013, admission has been ticketed and limited to no more than 20,000 participants, helping avoid overwhelming Buñol, whose population is about 9,000. The current date and arrangements may change, so check official information before planning your visit.

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La Tomatina

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