The category of Culture & Society Records captures the most extraordinary and superlative achievements across all forms of human collective action, community building, and the preservation of tradition.
Ayodhya District Administration
The city of Ayodhya, India recently set a new Guinness World Record during its Deepotsav festival (Diwali celebration) by lighting a stunning 2,617,215 earthen lamps (diyas) along the Saryu River.
Carnival of São Paulo, Brazil
Huge congratulations to Rio Carnival (Brazil) on being recognized as the largest carnival in the world! With over 2 million people partying on the streets each day, that's an absolutely massive celebration!