In 2024, Greece has made history by becoming the first Orthodox-majority country to legalise same-sex marriage.

The New York City Pride March is one of the largest and most well-known Pride events globally, often attracting millions of participants and spectators!

Spain has been recognised as one of the most culturally liberal and LGBT-friendly countries in the world!

In 2010, Tuscany became the first region to create a dedicated portal for gay tourism.

Johannesburg hosts the largest Pride parade in Africa, known as Joburg Pride.

The parade takes place in November to commemorate the founding of the country's first gay rights organization in 1969.

The Netherlands was the first country to legalize same-sex marriage in 2001.

The parade not only celebrates LGBTQ+ rights but also features traditional Japanese elements and cosplay.

Taiwan became the first country in Asia to legalize same-sex marriage in 2019, which has added to the celebratory nature of its Pride events.

London hosts one of the oldest Pride celebrations in Europe, with the first official parade taking place in 1972.

In 2016, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau became the first sitting Canadian Prime Minister to march in a Pride parade.

Brazil is home to several gay-friendly beaches, such as Praia do Abricó in Rio de Janeiro and Praia Mole in Florianópolis. These beaches are popular spots for the LGBTQ+ community to gather and celebrate.

In China, the city of Chengdu has gained a reputation as the "gay capital" of the country. Despite the complex legal and social environment for LGBTQ individuals in China, Chengdu stands out for its relatively open and accepting atmosphere.

Australia hosts the world-renowned Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras, an annual festival that began as a protest in 1978 and has since evolved into a vibrant celebration of LGBTQ culture and pride, attracting hundreds of thousands of participants globally.