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Bacchanalia

Bacchanalia: The Wild and Controversial Ancient Festivals of Greco-Roman Times

Bacchanalia were infamous Greco-Roman festivals dedicated to Bacchus, the god of wine. Originating as secretive rituals in Greece and later adopted by the Romans, these events were known for their extravagant, multi-day celebrations that included feasts, animal sacrifices, and rumored debauchery. Despite the Roman Senate banning them in 186 B.C. due to their wild nature, the festivities continued in secret for years.