Each year, for nine days in early October, these scenes repeat, making the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta one of the most unique (and most photographed) events in the entire world.
The 50th Balloon Fiesta is in the books. As we close this year's fiesta, we take a look back at what made headlines during the 50th International Balloon Fiesta.
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