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Colors of Utah - traditions, festivals, mentality and lifestyle

Salt Lake City This multinational state has a lot of unusual cultural features that are represented in all spheres of life. A striking example is its multi-faceted culture of local cooking; Utah residents treat typical American dishes, Italian pizza and spicy Indian curry with the same enthusiasm. It is noteworthy that the culture of the state is often updated with new cultural traditions. New holidays and festivals appear regularly; those outstanding celebrations are popular among foreign visitors.
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One of the most colorful events in the literal and figurative sense is Holi or Festival of color. The venue of the festival is the picturesque town of Spanish Fork; most of the holiday action takes place near the Indian temple of Radha Krishna. Holi is indeed a typical Indian celebration, which has been rapidly adopted in Utah; now it attracts a huge amount of curious tourists to this small town.
The holiday is celebrated in April; it symbolizes the long-awaited arrival of spring and is accompanied by incredibly beautiful and noisy recreational activities. Traditionally people gather at the square behind the temple and sprinkle each other with colored powder; this looks simply fascinating. This unusual event is attended by people of all ages; both children and adults like the event. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
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Tourists who want to participate in this extraordinary celebration have to consider several important things. First of all, going to the street without enough of colored powder and colored water is simply inexcusable. Also, don’t devote a lot of time to choosing outfit, as in a couple of minutes on the street your favorite clothes will turn a completely different color.
Other important tradition prescribes to make bonfires for the holiday and many locals go outdoors to celebrate Holi. Bonfires help to ward off evil spirits and tune into positive spring mood. Utah enchants travelers with its unique way of life; amazing cultural traditions combined with the hospitable nature of locals make this tiny state special.
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Unique landmarks in Utah and around

Delicate Arch

From the series “Incredible Natural Arches Built by Water and Wind”
Check on the map:   Distance from Utah center - 151.9 km.
The opening of the national monument took place in 1933 during one of the scientific expeditions. Already in the fifties of the last century scientists were concerned about the possibility of probable destruction of natural sculpture. They proposed to cover the arch with a thin layer of plastic to protect it from imminent destruction. However, this idea was found impractical, even without human intervention. Exquisite Delicate Arch continues to be in dignified form and attracts thousands of travellers from all over the world to the park. For many years, the arch has attracted professional photographers, each of which seeks to make unique images. … Read further

Bingham Canyon Mine

From the series “Giant Artificial Quarries of the Planet”
Check on the map:   Distance from Utah center - 160.9 km.
About 1400 people are involved in mine development nowadays. 450000 tons of valuable species are extracted from the mine daily. The size of the pit has increasingly become the base of the controversy between large mining companies and environmental organizations. The attempts to close the mine have not been brought to a successful conclusion yet, although thousands of experts from all over the world consider it dangerous. … Read further
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Traditions and festivals in cities around Utah

Salt Lake City
Another important feature of the local way of life is a healthy lifestyle. Drinking alcohol and smoking in the city are only allowed in special areas; violation of public order may be followed by a fine or arrest. Every year, there become more and more adherents of a healthy lifestyle; visiting gyms and fitness centers is considered one of the most acute trends. Of course, ... Open »
Colorado
Colorado hosts a large number of music festivals too; several times a year the state is visited by famous jazz performers. Arts festivals also become increasingly popular. Throughout the year, you can watch spectacular performances of street artists, musicians and acrobats in different cities in the state. Monthly exhibitions devoted to contemporary art, various fairs and food ... Open »
Nevada
The rich cultural calendar of state doesn’t match with its arid landscape. Every year, grandiose festivals, which are well known to tourists from all over the world, take place in these desert places. The permanent venue for one of the most colorful festivals is the Black Rock Desert; here is a festival of radical self-expression called Burning Man. This ultra-modern holiday ... Open »
Las Vegas
Las Vegas is the city of kitsch and glitter, slot machines, booze and loud music. People come here not to improve their health, to replenish the wardrobe or to join the high culture. Here, your main intention must be throwing the money on every step and enjoy it to its fullest! In Nevada, everything that is forbidden or restricted in other states like prostitution, gambling, ... Open »
Denver
All jazz lovers gather here in the middle of May when the Five Points Jazz Festival takes place at 2720 Welton St. You can visit the event completely free of charge, and besides jazz itself, you can hear some related genres like blues, funk, soul, latina. In addition, a special gastronomic program is waiting for visitors. The Juneteenth Music Festival scheduled for mid-June ... Open »
Arizona
The venue of the festival is a charming valley situated between the mountains and the desert in the immediate vicinity of the Phoenix. Indigenous people are very interested in medieval history, so every year the festival attracts a huge number of people. The festival starts in February and usually lasts until the end of March; the festival program is incredibly rich and ... Open »
Cityguide on traditions, mentality and lifestyle of people in Utah. Learn the best periods to visit Utah to discover its soul - authentic festivals, events and celebrations. We will also reveal the interesting habits, attitude towards the world and to tourists in Utah.
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