St. John the Baptist bonfire festival takes place in Brazil's Ingai

In the southeastern Brazilian town of Ingai, the 92nd Sao Joao Batista bonfire festival captivated attendees with fireworks and flames, marking a tradition rooted in the town's history since 1931 when a lightning strike ignited a church fire.

Preparation for the 38-meter bonfire started three months ahead, using only wood sourced from reforestation projects to ensure sustainability and environmental responsibility. The event annually attracts thousands of attendees, creating a vibrant atmosphere of celebration and community spirit in Ingai.