Flaming torches bearing men are approaching. They all cross the Yakkan river on foot. The water level is high this year and only 6°C, but they don't seem to be too concerned.
Once across a huge bonfire is lit, supposed to drive away evil spirits.
Then the men run around, yelling loud while banging on their burning bamboo torches. Sparkles are flying everywhere, we spectators better keep a distance!
Let's hope all this noise and hell-like fire will keep the demons that cause bad fortune at bay in the coming year.
Jaap's video for all the action and the noise.
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