Ritual, Ceremony: What Burning Man Festival Reveals About Human Needs
By The Conversation At the end of each summer, hordes of people flock to the Black Rock Desert in Nevada, Unitedto erect a makeshift city the size of the Italian town of Pisa. They call it Black Rock City. A few days later, they will burn it to the ground, leaving no trace. During their time together, they partake in an extravaganza of unique experiences. Wearing wild costumes and riding carnivalesque vehicles, they attend colorful parades, spectacular light displays and interactive art installations. Since its inception in 1986, attendance has increased from a few dozens of individuals to ove...