Playing with fire in Belarus

Fire-tamers from several countries showcased their most dangerous tricks for almost two hours at Belarus Fire Festival

A long exposure photo showing fire spinners whirling fire as they take part in a three-day Fire Festival "Miff-2017" in Minsk, Belarus (Photo: AP)

A participant performs as he takes part in a three-day Fire Festival "Miff-2017". He can be seen spitting fire from his mouth, a trick that has sincle long been popularised by shamans and gypsies from around the world. (Photo: AP)

A participant performs as he takes part in a three-day Fire Festival "Miff-2017" in outskirts of Minsk, Belarus. The participant can be seen wearing protective gear while he dazzles the crowd with his fire tricks. (Photo: AP)

A participant performs as he takes part in a three-day Fire Festival "Miff-2017". (Photo: AP)

A long exposure photo showing fire spinners whirling fire. (Photo: AP)

A long exposure photo showing fire spinners whirling fire as they take part in a three-day Fire Festival "Miff-2017" in Minsk, Belarus. (Photo: AP)

A long exposure photo showing fire spinners whirling fire as they take part in a three-day Fire Festival "Miff-2017" in Minsk, Belarus. (Photo: AP)

Participants perform as they take part in a three-day Fire Festival "Miff-2017" (Photo: AP)