Bananas halt traffic: A sight you've never seen before

Written by Henrik Rothen

Sep.26 - 2023 11:31 AM CET

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A sight you've never seen before.

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In a video that has recently gone viral, a unique banana crossing in Costa Rica has caught the attention of millions.

The video was shared by a TikTok user named Celine, who captured the moment when bunches of bananas were transported across a road on a fast-moving wire, effectively stopping traffic.

Celine humorously noted, "In Costa Rica, you don't stop for trains to cross, you stop for bananas."

Her video has garnered more than 5.6 million views on TikTok in less than a month, sparking a variety of reactions from viewers.

One person commented, "Every day this app reminds me that I just have no idea how the world works," while another simply joked, "That's bananas."

The banana crossing phenomenon

The video showcases an unconventional yet effective method of transporting bananas in Costa Rica. The country, known for its rich biodiversity and agricultural exports, has found a unique way to move its produce.

The bananas are attached to a wire that moves quickly across the road, requiring vehicles to stop momentarily.

This method is not only efficient but also minimizes the risk of damaging the fruit during transportation.

You can watch the funny banana transportation in the video below