In the modern world, when most people disappear at work, trying to improve their financial situation, the only way to relax and enjoy life is a holiday.
But ordinary holiday events will not surprise anyone. Masters of applied art, musicians and poets got the opportunity to show their skills to ordinary people through special mass festivals.
Festival: meaning of the word
The term came into Russian from French. But initially, "festival" is a Latin word. Translated, it means "festive".
A festival is an action that attracts a large number of people. Both participants and spectators.
The first such event was organized in Great Britain at the beginning of the eighteenth century. It was a music festival. But it is worth saying that such events can be related to various fields of art.
Types of festivals
Such holidays can be devoted to theatrical, circus, dance, musical art. In addition, there have recently been festivals where skilled craftswomen, gardeners, farmers and even cooks have the opportunity to show off their skills.
Festivals are held indoors or in pavilions, in open air or in cinemas.
One of the most famous is the Cannes Film Festival. This event is held annually. Its purpose is to watch and evaluate the best feature films created during the year.
It is impossible to ignore the world famous Oktoberfest - a festival dedicated to German brewing traditions. About six million fans of the old drink gather in Munich annually. They come not only from all over Germany, but also from all over the world.
A festival is not just a holiday. Such an event provides an opportunity to recharge with fun and energy of actors, circus performers and musicians. In the days of the festival, someone may decide to change their profession or find a lot of interesting ideas for further development.