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« Reply #6 on: December 06, 2012, 02:22:53 AM »


Bloemencorso began in 1936, and since then has spiralled in popularity, as the small population makes huge efforts to outdo one another so they can create sculptures like his huge organ
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« Reply #7 on: December 06, 2012, 02:23:10 AM »


Even the meerkats get a mention! The curious animals are brought to life, as creators perfected every inch of the models, even down to their nails and shading on their tails
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« Reply #8 on: December 06, 2012, 02:23:24 AM »


Out of this world! Every float here is made from petals and, despite being made from such a delicate, tiny structure, take on gigantic proportions which people clamour to see
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« Reply #9 on: December 06, 2012, 02:23:39 AM »


It's really taken off! Bloemencorso has grown in term of popularity and in the sheer size of the creations, with thousands flocking to the home of Vincent Van Gogh to gasp at the displays
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« Reply #10 on: December 06, 2012, 02:23:58 AM »


Held on the first Sunday of every September, the quaint town becomes packed with visitors and, on this occasion, a huge rhinoceros made of delicate flowers
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« Reply #11 on: December 06, 2012, 02:24:18 AM »


Make it snappy! Thousands turn out to Bloemencorso, as hamlets compete with each other to create the most beautiful display - including this sinister-looking fishy creature

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