A cosmetics company started a mud festival as a marketing stunt - now 3 million people go every year

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At most festivals, mud is something to be dreaded. But at Boryeong festival in South Korea, it's the main attraction.

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Every year, millions of revellers descend on Daecheon beach in a two-week celebration of all things muddy.

It really has to be seen to be believed.