Neptune [part 2]

neptune
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This is a very cool gigantic statue. It comes with a little sign that tells people about Neptune. In Germany we have what is called Neptune fests. These are usually held in summercamps. Neptune will come from the water and find those unworthy of being in his realm. His helpers will catch the people after a poem is recited about them (their characteristics and then name the person at the end) The trick is to recognize yourself and get a head start. After being caught they will be cleaned by scrubbing their bodies and make them drink and eat something to clean the insides. (the brush is a hard broom and the drink/food utterly disgusting). Once cleansed they will be baptised to their new name and enter Neptuns realm with him (taking a not so voluntary bath).

Its great fun. Click here for some pictures of a Neptune festival in Germany (adults like it as much as kids do :).