Tomatoes Fly in Colombia's Gran Tomatina Festival

Sutamarchan, Colombia, bursts with color and excitement as the Gran Tomatina festival returns after a long hiatus. The town, known for its tomato production, celebrates its economy and heritage with a massive tomato fight. "It is especially to celebrate the economy of Sutamarchan, which is centred around tomatoes," said the town's mayor, Miguel Andres Rodriguez, highlighting the event's significance for the local community. The festival, a vibrant spectacle of good-natured chaos, showcases the resilience and joy of the people of Sutamarchan, proving that even after years of suspension, the spirit of La Tomatina lives on in Colombia.