A man smokes marijuana during the 420 Hippie Hill festival as marijuana enthusiasts mark the annual but informal cannabis holiday, 4/20 (four-twenty), corresponding to the numerical figure widely recognized within the cannabis subculture as a symbol for all things related to marijuana, at Golden Gate Park in San Francisco, California U.S., April 20, 2022. REUTERS/Carlos Barria 

Food lies on the ground during the 420 Hippie Hill cannabis festival as marijuana enthusiasts mark the annual but informal cannabis holiday, 4/20 (four-twenty), corresponding to the numerical figure widely recognized within the cannabis subculture as a symbol for all things related to marijuana, at Golden Gate Park in San Francisco, California U.S., April 20, 2022. REUTERS/Carlos Barria 

A man passes a marijuana joint during the 420 Hippie Hill festival as marijuana enthusiasts mark the annual but informal cannabis holiday, 4/20 (four-twenty), corresponding to the numerical figure widely recognized within the cannabis subculture as a symbol for all things related to marijuana, at Golden Gate Park in San Francisco, California U.S., April 20, 2022. REUTERS/Carlos Barria TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY 

Locals residents attend the 420 Hippie Hill festival as marijuana enthusiasts mark the annual but informal cannabis holiday, 4/20 (four-twenty), corresponding to the numerical figure widely recognized within the cannabis subculture as a symbol for all things related to marijuana, at Golden Gate Park in San Francisco, California U.S., April 20, 2022. REUTERS/Carlos Barria 

Locals residents attend the 420 Hippie Hill festival as marijuana enthusiasts mark the annual but informal cannabis holiday, 4/20 (four-twenty), corresponding to the numerical figure widely recognized within the cannabis subculture as a symbol for all things related to marijuana, at Golden Gate Park in San Francisco, California U.S., April 20, 2022. REUTERS/Carlos Barria 

A man inhales marijuana smoke during the 420 Hippie Hill cannabis festival as marijuana enthusiasts mark the annual but informal cannabis holiday, 4/20 (four-twenty), corresponding to the numerical figure widely recognized within the cannabis subculture as a symbol for all things related to marijuana, at Golden Gate Park in San Francisco, California U.S., April 20, 2022. REUTERS/Carlos Barria 

A man inhales marijuana smoke during the 420 Hippie Hill cannabis festival as marijuana enthusiasts mark the annual but informal cannabis holiday, 4/20 (four-twenty), corresponding to the numerical figure widely recognized within the cannabis subculture as a symbol for all things related to marijuana, at Golden Gate Park in San Francisco, California U.S., April 20, 2022. REUTERS/Carlos Barria 

A woman inhales marijuana smoke during the 420 Hippie Hill cannabis festival as marijuana enthusiasts mark the annual but informal cannabis holiday, 4/20 (four-twenty), corresponding to the numerical figure widely recognized within the cannabis subculture as a symbol for all things related to marijuana, at Golden Gate Park in San Francisco, California U.S., April 20, 2022. REUTERS/Carlos Barria 

A man smokes marijuana during the 420 Hippie Hill festival as marijuana enthusiasts mark the annual but informal cannabis holiday, 4/20 (four-twenty), corresponding to the numerical figure widely recognized within the cannabis subculture as a symbol for all things related to marijuana, at Golden Gate Park in San Francisco, California U.S., April 20, 2022. REUTERS/Carlos Barria 

A man smokes marijuana during the 420 Hippie Hill festival as marijuana enthusiasts mark the annual but informal cannabis holiday, 4/20 (four-twenty), corresponding to the numerical figure widely recognized within the cannabis subculture as a symbol for all things related to marijuana, at Golden Gate Park in San Francisco, California U.S., April 20, 2022. REUTERS/Carlos Barria 

A swing hangs on Otres beach opposite the closed down and demolished bar 'Last Hippie Standing' in Sihanoukville, Cambodia, February 27, 2020. REUTERS/Jorge Silva SEARCH "COVID-19 CAMBODIA CASINOS" FOR THIS STORY. SEARCH "WIDER IMAGE" FOR ALL STORIES. 

Demonstrators wave Colombian flags during a protest at Hippies Park, as a national strike continues in Bogota, Colombia, November 23, 2019. REUTERS/Luisa Gonzalez 

Demonstrators light torches during a protest at Hippies Park, as a national strike continues in Bogota, Colombia, November 23, 2019. REUTERS/Luisa Gonzalez 

Demonstrators light torches during a protest at Hippies Park, as a national strike continues in Bogota, Colombia, November 23, 2019. REUTERS/Luisa Gonzalez 

A demonstrator holds a sign reading "I want to feel safe, not threatened" during a protest at Hippies Park, as a national strike continues in Bogota, Colombia, November 23, 2019. REUTERS/Luisa Gonzalez 

Demonstrators light torches during a protest at Hippies Park, as a national strike continues in Bogota, Colombia, November 23, 2019. REUTERS/Luisa Gonzalez 

Demonstrators holding torches protest at Hippies Park, as a national strike continues in Bogota, Colombia, November 23, 2019. REUTERS/Luisa Gonzalez 

Demonstrators light torches as they protest at Hippies Park, as a national strike continues in Bogota, Colombia, November 23, 2019. REUTERS/Luisa Gonzalez 

Demonstrators protest at Hippies Park, as a national strike continues in Bogota, Colombia, November 23, 2019. REUTERS/Luisa Gonzalez 

An aerial view of demonstrators protesting at Hippies Park, as national strike continues in Bogota, Colombia, November 23, 2019. REUTERS/Luisa Gonzalez 

An aerial view of demonstrators protesting at Hippies Park, as national strike continues in Bogota, Colombia, November 23, 2019. REUTERS/Luisa Gonzalez 

An aerial view of demonstrators protesting at Hippies Park, as national strike continues in Bogota, Colombia, November 23, 2019. REUTERS/Luisa Gonzalez 

Thousands of marijuana enthusiasts gather on "Hippie Hill" in San Francisco's Golden Gate Park to light up joints, pipes and bongs in celebration of the annual but informal cannabis holiday, named 4/20 in San Francisco, California April 20, 2016. REUTERS/Curtis Skinner 

Thousands of marijuana enthusiasts gather on "Hippie Hill" in San Francisco's Golden Gate Park to light up joints, pipes and bongs in celebration of the annual but informal cannabis holiday, named 4/20 in San Francisco, California April 20, 2016. REUTERS/Curtis Skinner 

Finland's Heidi Hossi (C) delivers a stone as her team-mates Marjo Hippi (L) and Oona Kauste sweep during their curling round robin game against the U.S. at the World Women's Curling Championships in Sapporo March 18, 2015. REUTERS/Thomas Peter (JAPAN - Tags: SPORT CURLING) 

Finland's Heidi Hossi (C) delivers a stone as her team mates Oona Kauste (L) and Marjo Hippi sweep during their curling round robin game against Scotland at the World Women's Curling Championships in Sapporo March 17, 2015. REUTERS/Thomas Peter (JAPAN - Tags: SPORT CURLING) 

Finland's skip Sanna Puustinen (C) delivers a stone has her teammates Marjo Hippi (L) and Oona Kauste sweep during their curling round robin game against Switzerland at the World Women's Curling Championships in Sapporo March 17, 2015. REUTERS/Thomas Peter (JAPAN - Tags: SPORT CURLING) 

Finland's skip Saana Puustinen (C) delivers a stone as her team mates Marjo Hippi (R) and Oona Kauste prepare to sweep during their curling round robin game against Germany during the World Women's Curling Championships in Sapporo March 16, 2015. REUTERS/Thomas Peter (JAPAN - Tags: SPORT CURLING) 

Finland's Oona Kauste, Sanna Puustinen, Marjo Hippi and Heidi Hossi (L-R) walk on the ice after defeating Denmark during their curling round robin game at the World Women's Curling Championships in Sapporo March 15, 2015. REUTERS/Thomas Peter (JAPAN - Tags: SPORT CURLING) 

Finland's skip Sanna Puustinen (C) delivers a stone as her team mates Oona Kauste (L) and Marjo Hippi sweep during their curling round robin game against Canada at the World Women's Curling Championships in Sapporo March 14, 2015. REUTERS/Thomas Peter (JAPAN - Tags: SPORT CURLING) 

People stand in line to order from food trucks during the monthly first Friday event on Abbot Kinney Boulevard in Venice, California November 7, 2014. Venice Beach, one of the few spots in car-choked Los Angeles with a vibrant street life, has been a cultural melting pot for more than half a century, welcoming everyone from hippies and homeless wanderers to the latest generation of tech executives. The neighborhood known for its palm trees and cool Pacific breezes has been on a winning streak in recent years, transforming from the "Slum by the Sea" into "Silicon Beach", thanks to the digital giants who have set up shop. REUTERS/Jonathan Alcorn (UNITED STATES - Tags: TRAVEL SOCIETY) 

People line up to order at Blue Bottle Coffee during the monthly first Friday event on Abbot Kinney Boulevard in Venice, California November 7, 2014. Venice Beach, one of the few spots in car-choked Los Angeles with a vibrant street life, has been a cultural melting pot for more than half a century, welcoming everyone from hippies and homeless wanderers to the latest generation of tech executives. The neighborhood known for its palm trees and cool Pacific breezes has been on a winning streak in recent years, transforming from the "Slum by the Sea" into "Silicon Beach", thanks to the digital giants who have set up shop. REUTERS/Jonathan Alcorn (UNITED STATES - Tags: TRAVEL SOCIETY) 

The Golden State Store, a small boutique on trendy Rose Avenue, is pictured in Venice, California November 7, 2014. Venice Beach, one of the few spots in car-choked Los Angeles with a vibrant street life, has been a cultural melting pot for more than half a century, welcoming everyone from hippies and homeless wanderers to the latest generation of tech executives. The neighborhood known for its palm trees and cool Pacific breezes has been on a winning streak in recent years, transforming from the "Slum by the Sea" into "Silicon Beach", thanks to the digital giants who have set up shop. REUTERS/Jonathan Alcorn (UNITED STATES - Tags: TRAVEL SOCIETY) 

People stand in line to order from the Sushi Burrito food truck during the monthly first Friday event on Abbot Kinney Boulevard in Venice, California November 7, 2014. Venice Beach, one of the few spots in car-choked Los Angeles with a vibrant street life, has been a cultural melting pot for more than half a century, welcoming everyone from hippies and homeless wanderers to the latest generation of tech executives. The neighborhood known for its palm trees and cool Pacific breezes has been on a winning streak in recent years, transforming from the "Slum by the Sea" into "Silicon Beach", thanks to the digital giants who have set up shop. REUTERS/Jonathan Alcorn (UNITED STATES - Tags: FOOD TRAVEL SOCIETY) 

A man rides a bicycle under the Venice sign on Windward Avenue in Venice, California November 7, 2014. Venice Beach, one of the few spots in car-choked Los Angeles with a vibrant street life, has been a cultural melting pot for more than half a century, welcoming everyone from hippies and homeless wanderers to the latest generation of tech executives. The neighborhood known for its palm trees and cool Pacific breezes has been on a winning streak in recent years, transforming from the "Slum by the Sea" into "Silicon Beach", thanks to the digital giants who have set up shop. REUTERS/Jonathan Alcorn (UNITED STATES - Tags: TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY SOCIETY TRANSPORT TRAVEL) 

The Golden State Store, a small boutique on trendy Rose Avenue, is pictured in Venice, California November 7, 2014. Venice Beach, one of the few spots in car-choked Los Angeles with a vibrant street life, has been a cultural melting pot for more than half a century, welcoming everyone from hippies and homeless wanderers to the latest generation of tech executives. The neighborhood known for its palm trees and cool Pacific breezes has been on a winning streak in recent years, transforming from the "Slum by the Sea" into "Silicon Beach", thanks to the digital giants who have set up shop. REUTERS/Jonathan Alcorn (UNITED STATES - Tags: TRAVEL SOCIETY) 

People walk near a puddle reflecting palm trees at the boardwalk in Venice, California November 7, 2014. Venice Beach, one of the few spots in car-choked Los Angeles with a vibrant street life, has been a cultural melting pot for more than half a century, welcoming everyone from hippies and homeless wanderers to the latest generation of tech executives. The neighborhood known for its palm trees and cool Pacific breezes has been on a winning streak in recent years, transforming from the "Slum by the Sea" into "Silicon Beach", thanks to the digital giants who have set up shop. REUTERS/Jonathan Alcorn (UNITED STATES - Tags: TRAVEL SOCIETY) 

Cars are pictured in a parking lot in front of the "Touch of Venice" mural painted by artist Jonas Never in Venice, California November 7, 2014. Venice Beach, one of the few spots in car-choked Los Angeles with a vibrant street life, has been a cultural melting pot for more than half a century, welcoming everyone from hippies and homeless wanderers to the latest generation of tech executives. The neighborhood known for its palm trees and cool Pacific breezes has been on a winning streak in recent years, transforming from the "Slum by the Sea" into "Silicon Beach", thanks to the digital giants who have set up shop. REUTERS/Jonathan Alcorn (UNITED STATES - Tags: TRAVEL SOCIETY) 

People watch a skateboarder at the Venice Skatepark in Venice, California November 7, 2014. Venice Beach, one of the few spots in car-choked Los Angeles with a vibrant street life, has been a cultural melting pot for more than half a century, welcoming everyone from hippies and homeless wanderers to the latest generation of tech executives. The neighborhood known for its palm trees and cool Pacific breezes has been on a winning streak in recent years, transforming from the "Slum by the Sea" into "Silicon Beach", thanks to the digital giants who have set up shop. REUTERS/Jonathan Alcorn (UNITED STATES - Tags: TRAVEL SOCIETY) 

People stand amid palm trees on the beach in Venice, California November 7, 2014. Venice Beach, one of the few spots in car-choked Los Angeles with a vibrant street life, has been a cultural melting pot for more than half a century, welcoming everyone from hippies and homeless wanderers to the latest generation of tech executives. The neighborhood known for its palm trees and cool Pacific breezes has been on a winning streak in recent years, transforming from the "Slum by the Sea" into "Silicon Beach", thanks to the digital giants who have set up shop. REUTERS/Jonathan Alcorn (UNITED STATES - Tags: TRAVEL SOCIETY) 

A skateboarder rides at the Venice Skatepark in Venice, California November 7, 2014. Venice Beach, one of the few spots in car-choked Los Angeles with a vibrant street life, has been a cultural melting pot for more than half a century, welcoming everyone from hippies and homeless wanderers to the latest generation of tech executives. The neighborhood known for its palm trees and cool Pacific breezes has been on a winning streak in recent years, transforming from the "Slum by the Sea" into "Silicon Beach", thanks to the digital giants who have set up shop. REUTERS/Jonathan Alcorn (UNITED STATES - Tags: TRAVEL SOCIETY) 

People walk on the Venice boardwalk, a popular tourist destination in Venice, California November 7, 2014. Venice Beach, one of the few spots in car-choked Los Angeles with a vibrant street life, has been a cultural melting pot for more than half a century, welcoming everyone from hippies and homeless wanderers to the latest generation of tech executives. The neighborhood known for its palm trees and cool Pacific breezes has been on a winning streak in recent years, transforming from the "Slum by the Sea" into "Silicon Beach", thanks to the digital giants who have set up shop. REUTERS/Jonathan Alcorn (UNITED STATES - Tags: TRAVEL SOCIETY) 

Customers sit at tables at Cafe Gratitude on Rose Avenue in Venice, California November 7, 2014. Venice Beach, one of the few spots in car-choked Los Angeles with a vibrant street life, has been a cultural melting pot for more than half a century, welcoming everyone from hippies and homeless wanderers to the latest generation of tech executives. The neighborhood known for its palm trees and cool Pacific breezes has been on a winning streak in recent years, transforming from the "Slum by the Sea" into "Silicon Beach", thanks to the digital giants who have set up shop. REUTERS/Jonathan Alcorn (UNITED STATES - Tags: SOCIETY FOOD TRAVEL) 

A man rides a bicycle past the Frank Gehry designed Binoculars Building that houses Google Los Angeles in Venice, California November 7, 2014. Venice Beach, one of the few spots in car-choked Los Angeles with a vibrant street life, has been a cultural melting pot for more than half a century, welcoming everyone from hippies and homeless wanderers to the latest generation of tech executives. The neighborhood known for its palm trees and cool Pacific breezes has been on a winning streak in recent years, transforming from the "Slum by the Sea" into "Silicon Beach", thanks to the digital giants who have set up shop. REUTERS/Jonathan Alcorn (UNITED STATES - Tags: TRANSPORT TRAVEL SOCIETY) 

The parking lot of Tobacco Road, Miami's oldest bar, is seen near the Miami River October 23, 2014. Tobacco Road, a popular watering hole where suit-and-tie-clad lawyers belly up alongside hippies gathering signatures for medical marijuana petitions, is preparing for last call and will pour its final drink on Saturday. The cramped, musty space near Miami's downtown thrived for decades as a gambling den frequented by Al Capone, as well as a strip club and legendary blues bar. Picture taken October 23, 2014. To match USA-MIAMI/BAR/ REUTERS/Andrew Innerarity (UNITED STATES - Tags: SOCIETY) REAL ESTATE BUSINESS) 

A view of the neon sign belonging to the Tobacco Road bar in Miami, October 23, 2014. Miami's oldest bar, Tobacco Road, a popular watering hole where suit-and-tie-clad lawyers belly up alongside hippies gathering signatures for medical marijuana petitions, is preparing for last call and will pour its final drink on Saturday. The cramped, musty space near Miami's downtown thrived for decades as a gambling den frequented by Al Capone, as well as a strip club and legendary blues bar. Picture taken October 23, 2014. To match USA-MIAMI/BAR/ REUTERS/Andrew Innerarity (UNITED STATES - Tags: SOCIETY REAL ESTATE BUSINESS) 

A logo of Miami's oldest bar, Tobacco Road, is seen in Miami, October 23, 2014. Tobacco Road, a popular watering hole where suit-and-tie-clad lawyers belly up alongside hippies gathering signatures for medical marijuana petitions, is preparing for last call and will pour its final drink on Saturday. The cramped, musty space near Miami's downtown thrived for decades as a gambling den frequented by Al Capone, as well as a strip club and legendary blues bar. Picture taken October 23, 2014. To match USA-MIAMI/BAR/ REUTERS/Andrew Innerarity (UNITED STATES - Tags: SOCIETY REAL ESTATE BUSINESS LOGO) 

Gaby Rivera, an assistant manager, checks orders at Tobacco Road, the oldest bar in Miami October 23, 2014. Tobacco Road, a popular watering hole where suit-and-tie-clad lawyers belly up alongside hippies gathering signatures for medical marijuana petitions, is preparing for last call and will pour its final drink on Saturday. The cramped, musty space near Miami's downtown thrived for decades as a gambling den frequented by Al Capone, as well as a strip club and legendary blues bar. Picture taken October 23, 2014. To match USA-MIAMI/BAR/ REUTERS/Andrew Innerarity (UNITED STATES - Tags: SOCIETY REAL ESTATE BUSINESS FOOD) 

Luis Caldera (2nd L) makes a drink upstairs at Tobacco Road, the oldest bar in Miami October 23, 2014. Miami's oldest bar, Tobacco Road, a popular watering hole where suit-and-tie-clad lawyers belly up alongside hippies gathering signatures for medical marijuana petitions, is preparing for last call and will pour its final drink on Saturday. The cramped, musty space near Miami's downtown thrived for decades as a gambling den frequented by Al Capone, as well as a strip club and legendary blues bar. Picture taken October 23, 2014. To match USA-MIAMI/BAR/ REUTERS/Andrew Innerarity (UNITED STATES - Tags: SOCIETY REAL ESTATE BUSINESS) 

A view of the dance and outdoor drinks area at Tobacco Road, the oldest bar in Miami, October 23, 2014. Tobacco Road, a popular watering hole where suit-and-tie-clad lawyers belly up alongside hippies gathering signatures for medical marijuana petitions, is preparing for last call and will pour its final drink on Saturday. The cramped, musty space near Miami's downtown thrived for decades as a gambling den frequented by Al Capone, as well as a strip club and legendary blues bar. Picture taken October 23, 2014. To match USA-MIAMI/BAR/ REUTERS/Andrew Innerarity (UNITED STATES - Tags: SOCIETY REAL ESTATE BUSINESS) 

Marcella Soprano (L) and Daniella Wallace (R) chat during a music performance at Tobacco Road, Miami's oldest bar October 23, 2014. Tobacco Road, a popular watering hole where suit-and-tie-clad lawyers belly up alongside hippies gathering signatures for medical marijuana petitions, is preparing for last call and will pour its final drink on Saturday. The cramped, musty space near Miami's downtown thrived for decades as a gambling den frequented by Al Capone, as well as a strip club and legendary blues bar. Picture taken October 23, 2014. To match USA-MIAMI/BAR/ REUTERS/Andrew Innerarity (UNITED STATES - Tags: SOCIETY REAL ESTATE BUSINESS) 

Alexandra Mann, of the Mann Sisters, performs in the upstairs room at Tobacco Road, Miami's oldest bar, October 23, 2014. Tobacco Road, a popular watering hole where suit-and-tie-clad lawyers belly up alongside hippies gathering signatures for medical marijuana petitions, is preparing for last call and will pour its final drink on Saturday. The cramped, musty space near Miami's downtown thrived for decades as a gambling den frequented by Al Capone, as well as a strip club and legendary blues bar. Picture taken October 23, 2014. To match USA-MIAMI/BAR/ REUTERS/Andrew Innerarity (UNITED STATES - Tags: SOCIETY ENTERTAINMENT REAL ESTATE BUSINESS) 

A view of the neon sign belonging to the Tobacco Road bar in Miami, October 23, 2014. Miami's oldest bar, Tobacco Road, a popular watering hole where suit-and-tie-clad lawyers belly up alongside hippies gathering signatures for medical marijuana petitions, is preparing for last call and will pour its final drink on Saturday. The cramped, musty space near Miami's downtown thrived for decades as a gambling den frequented by Al Capone, as well as a strip club and legendary blues bar. Picture taken October 23, 2014. To match USA-MIAMI/BAR/ REUTERS/Andrew Innerarity (UNITED STATES - Tags: SOCIETY REAL ESTATE BUSINESS) 

Revellers dressed up as a fairy (L) and hippies pose for a picture as they take part in the New Year's celebrations in Coin, near the southern Spanish town of Malaga, early January 1, 2014. REUTERS/Jon Nazca (SPAIN - Tags: SOCIETY ANNIVERSARY) 

Hu Barney (C), smokes a joint during 420Fest at the Luxe Nightclub in Seattle, Washington April 20, 2013. In November 2012, voters approved legalizing the recreational use of marijuana in the state of Washington for adults over 21.

REUTERS/Nick Adams (UNITED STATES - Tags: POLITICS SOCIETY) 

An indigenous ethnic Chorti of Mayan descent performs during a traditional ceremony at the ruins of the archaeological site for the Maya civilization of Copan December 22, 2012. Mystics, hippies and tourists descended on the ruins of Maya cities to mark the close of the 13th bak'tun - a period of around 400 years - and many hoped it would lead to a better era for humanity. REUTERS/Jorge Cabrera (HONDURAS - Tags: RELIGION SOCIETY TRAVEL) 

Pipil Mayans perform a fire ceremony at the Maya archeological site of Tazumal in Santa Ana, about 75 km (46.6 miles) away from San Salvador December 21, 2012. Thousands of mystics, hippies and tourists celebrated in the sunshine of southeastern Mexico on Friday as the Earth survived a day billed by doomsday theorists as the end of the world and a new era began for the Maya people. New Age dreamers, alternative lifestyle gurus and curious onlookers from around the world descended on the ruins of Maya cities to mark the close of the 13th bak'tun - a period of around 400 years - and many hoped it would lead to a better era for humanity. REUTERS/Ulises Rodriguez (EL SALVADOR - Tags: SOCIETY) 

Pipil Mayans perform a fire ceremony at the Maya archeological site of Tazumal in Santa Ana, about 75 km (46.6 miles) away from San Salvador December 21, 2012. Thousands of mystics, hippies and tourists celebrated in the sunshine of southeastern Mexico on Friday as the Earth survived a day billed by doomsday theorists as the end of the world and a new era began for the Maya people. New Age dreamers, alternative lifestyle gurus and curious onlookers from around the world descended on the ruins of Maya cities to mark the close of the 13th bak'tun - a period of around 400 years - and many hoped it would lead to a better era for humanity. REUTERS/Ulises Rodriguez (EL SALVADOR - Tags: SOCIETY) 

People raise their arms towards the sun to mark the close of the 13th bak'tun while standing at the Pyramid of the Sun in the Pre Columbian archeological zone of Teotihuacan December 21, 2012. Thousands of mystics, hippies and tourists celebrated in the sunshine of southeastern Mexico on Friday as the Earth survived a day billed by doomsday theorists as the end of the world and a new era began for the Maya people. New Age dreamers, alternative lifestyle gurus and curious onlookers from around the world descended on the ruins of Maya cities to mark the close of the 13th bak'tun - a period of around 400 years - and many hoped it would lead to a better era for humanity. REUTERS/Henry Romero (MEXICO - Tags: SOCIETY) 

A man dressed in an Aztec costume performs a dance during a ceremony to mark the close of the 13th bak'tun outside the Pre Columbian archeological zone of Teotihuacan December 21, 2012. Thousands of mystics, hippies and tourists celebrated in the sunshine of southeastern Mexico on Friday as the Earth survived a day billed by doomsday theorists as the end of the world and a new era began for the Maya people. New Age dreamers, alternative lifestyle gurus and curious onlookers from around the world descended on the ruins of Maya cities to mark the close of the 13th bak'tun - a period of around 400 years - and many hoped it would lead to a better era for humanity. REUTERS/Henry Romero (MEXICO - Tags: SOCIETY)