Festivals & Events

So much in Asia depends on the calendar. In February in Beijing, more than 20 million people all set off fireworks to celebrate Chinese New Year. In Nagaland in India, tribes from all over the region meet to compete, dance, and celebrate. In Thailand, spectators look on as celebrants perform bizarre rituals at the Nine Emperor Gods Festival.

With an intimate and unique knowledge of Asian culture, Remote Lands knows the importance of experiencing culture the right way. Whether you want an up-close view of the Sing-Sing festival in the Asaro Valley of Papua New Guinea or a quiet walk through the Sapporo Snow Festival in Japan, Remote Lands can give travelers the best possible experience on their celebrations throughout Asia.

St. George’s Day

St. George’s Day

A symbol of nationalism throughout Georgia, This holiday commemorates the torture and martyrdom of St. George on the wheel for refusing to make sacrifices to Roman gods. Accounts claim that Saint George had appeared to soldiers in the midst of battle and among the Georgian people St. George, or Giorgi, is regarded as a patron of the nation. Churches throughout Georgia hold remembrances in his honor.