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Burning Man

Burning Man is an annual event held in the Nevada desert, celebrating art, self-expression, and community. Participants create a temporary city known as Black Rock City, where they showcase large-scale art installations and performances. The event emphasizes values like radical inclusion, self-reliance, and generosity, encouraging attendees to contribute creatively and collaboratively. At the end of the festival, a large wooden effigy, referred to as "The Man," is set on fire, symbolizing transformation and the impermanence of art. Burning Man attracts a diverse audience, fostering a unique culture that celebrates individuality within a community context.