Tomatina Fun Facts

A curiosity in itself, La Tomatina has other fun facts that make it even more interesting. It’s one of the most celebrated festival’s in Valencia. Here are a few that contribute to the festival’s absurdity.

• The group Malsujeto has written and dedicated a song solely to La Tomatina for sharing the same hometown of Bunol.
• Tomatoes are a disinfectant. After the battle your skin will be cleansed of impurities.
• Other small towns such as in Colombia and China have adopted the idea of the Tomatina and celebrate the day in their own version.
• Bunol has become one of the most popular places to visit over the summer thanks to the tomato.
• Google has recognized this Spanish festival and has created its own banner celebrating La Tomatina.
• The majority of the participants wear white to see how significantly the tomatoes changed their clothes before and after