Thousands of people covered each other in bright red pulp as Spain’s famous "La Tomatina" festival got underway. The massive event is one of the world's biggest food fights.
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During the one-hour celebration, participants pelted each other with around 150,000 kilograms of tomatoes. Streets and crowds were quickly covered in red mash as people threw fruit in every direction.
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The colorful tradition dates back to 1945. Today, it continues to attract thousands of local residents and international travelers who join together for the messy fun.
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