the Republic of Kazantip

Forget Ibiza, the new place to be this summer for all-night parties is...the fictional republic of Kazantip. Every year, this month-long rave changes location, to a new spot along the southern coast of Ukraine, on the Black Sea. One time it was held at a deserted nuclear power plant. Last year it was held on an old army base. The idea is simple: for one month, an autonomous republic is founded. The organizers all hold a position within the fictional government. The event is overseen by a self-elected president (President Nikita), and the rules and regulations are drawn out in a constitution. Of course, there aren't really many rules and regulations. It's essentially a month-long orgy of booze, electronic music and debauchery. It's the most random mix of beautiful women, eccentrics and russian mafiosos. Check out the Vice documentary here.