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Cupids underwear, dark handsome men, blazing torch parades and lentil soup. Who\u2019d have thought that the celebrations of one festivity could have so many different customs? Cultures all around the world mark the occasion of New Year based on traditions, legends, and just plain fun. Can you guess where the tradition of wearing red undies to fend off evil spirits comes from? How about throwing crockery out of the window? Read below to discover some of the world\u2019s most unusual (and exciting!) New Year\u2019s traditions.<\/p>\n

Germany\"germany<\/h2>\n

*Silvester*<\/em><\/p>\n

German New Year\u2019s Eve is called \u201cSilvester\u201d, in honour of Pope Sylvester I, who died on Dec 31st<\/sup>, 335. Legend has it that non-believers choked on fish bones, so superstitious people avoid fish that night.<\/p>\n

Carps<\/strong><\/p>\n

Carps are considered a lucky charm in Germany and therefore a typical Silvester dish for Germans. If you keep a carp scale in your wallet it is meant to bring you good luck for the New Year.<\/p>\n

\u201cGuten Rutsch\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n

Just before New Year\u2019s Eve, people start wishing each other a \u201cGuten Rutsch ins Neue Jahr\u201d which means \u201ca good slide into The New Year\u201d. It is believed that the word \u2018Rutsch\u2019 comes from the Yiddish word \u201crosh\u201d. Rosh Hashanah is the name of the Jewish New Year.<\/p>\n

Lucky Charms<\/strong><\/p>\n

Germans give each other a \u201cGl\u00fcckspilz\u201d on New Year\u2019s Eve, which is a little mushroom usually with a cute little face made of marzipan. Ladybugs, four-leaf clovers and little pigs are typical too.<\/p>\n

Dinner for One<\/strong><\/p>\n

A classic British sketch from 1963 that has been aired on German TV for many years, and became the most frequently repeated TV programme ever. It is of course in English, but the humour is very easy to understand. It is simply hilarious. A must-watch for anyone who doesn\u2019t know it!<\/p>\n

\u201cProst Neujahr\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n

A midnight toast is an international tradition, but Germans have a specific expression to say cheers – \u201cProst Neujahr\u201d or \u201cProsit\u201d, which comes from Latin and means \u201cmay it succeed\u201d.<\/p>\n

The Chancellor’s Speech<\/strong><\/p>\n

The chancellor\u2019s New Year\u2019s speech has been broadcasted to the nation since 1986 and has rapidly become a tradition.<\/p>\n

England\"\"<\/strong><\/h2>\n

*New Year\u2019s Eve*<\/em><\/p>\n

Hugs and Kisses<\/strong><\/p>\n

As soon as the clock hits midnight, everyone, wherever they may be, greets their loved ones with hugs & kisses.<\/p>\n

Good Luck Traditions<\/strong><\/p>\n

It is believed that the first person who steps foot into the threshold of the house will bring good luck to everyone who lives there for the entire year. The \u2018first footer\u2019 should always enter through the front door and exit through the back door. Another duty is to place fuel on the fire, place a loaf of bread on the table & pour water for the head of the household and gift a mistletoe to any other household member.<\/p>\n

New Year’s Gifts<\/strong><\/p>\n

Since New Year\u2019s Eve is so soon after Christmas, the tradition has died out a little but it\u2019s still a popular tradition amongst many Brits. Lots of people still like to exchange New Year\u2019s gifts whilst wishing each other a Happy New Year.<\/p>\n

Burning a Bush<\/strong><\/p>\n

This is a symbol of burning away all past evils and bringing in new beginnings. A very positive way to start the new year, especially for those who have had a bad year.<\/p>\n

New Year’s Day Walks<\/strong><\/p>\n

Some people get up early on the 1st<\/sup> of January, ready to hit the sales and others just want to get their head clear after all the many Christmas and New Year\u2019s celebrations, and go for a walk. It is also a time where many people decide to start a diet and cut out alcohol for at least a month.<\/p>\n

Dry January<\/strong><\/p>\n

Very typical and probably a good idea \u2013 to start the new year sober. Dry January is a tradition not only in England, but many other places around the world. It is a form of detoxing and losing all the pounds that were gained throughout Christmas.<\/p>\n

Ireland\"ireland<\/strong><\/h2>\n

*New Year\u2019s Eve*<\/em><\/p>\n

Friends and Family<\/strong><\/p>\n

Typically, people spend it with friends & family. Everyone sits together around the dinner table in the evening, and waits for the New Year to arrive. The Irish remember and pay homage to those who passed away in the old year and do this by leaving a place for them at their table, and keeping doors unlocked.<\/p>\n

Pubs and Bars<\/strong><\/p>\n

New Year\u2019s in Ireland isn\u2019t much of a party night. A few pubs, clubs and bars here and there will be open but even those are closed earlier than usual.<\/p>\n

New Year Parades<\/strong><\/p>\n

Many parades are found across the cities, towns and villages and they draw a huge crowd from both local regions as well as far off places. The largest one takes place in Dublin which artists from all over the country attend.<\/p>\n

New Year’s Dips<\/strong><\/p>\n

Cooling dips are organised in the Irish Sea or the Atlantic Ocean. People have short swims through ice cold water to feel fresh and new.<\/p>\n

Good Luck Traditions<\/strong><\/p>\n

It is believed that cleansing the house will bring good luck in the coming year. Cellars are filled with coal, and unmarried women are meant to put mistletoe under their pillow before they sleep on New Year\u2019s Eve which is supposed to deliver them a true love in the coming year.<\/p>\n

First Footing<\/strong><\/p>\n

A dark, tall, young, good looking man is expected to enter the home first on New Year\u2019s Day. It is a symbol of good luck in the New Year. If a woman \u2013 blonde or red head \u2013 arrives first, it is meant to be a sign of grief and bad luck.<\/p>\n

Scotland\"scottish<\/strong><\/h2>\n

*Hogmanay*<\/em><\/p>\n

Hogmany<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Scottish equivalent to New Year\u2019s Eve is called Hogmanay. It is one of the most legendary NYE parties in the world & received elevated importance after the banning of Christmas in the 16th\u00a0<\/sup>and 17th<\/sup> centuries. It\u2019s a 3-5 day celebration.<\/p>\n

Redding the House<\/strong><\/p>\n

A major clean-up of the house is a tradition in many countries, and one of many Hogmanay traditions. Sweeping out the fireplace is the most important part of it.<\/p>\n

First Footing<\/strong><\/p>\n

This is the most deeply embedded tradition of Hogmanay. When the clock strikes midnight, people across Scotland visit each other, bearing traditional symbolic gifts like a black bun (fruit cake), shortbread, coal (for warmth), salt (for health) & the visitor is offered a small whisky \u2013 \u201ca wee dram\u201d. Like other countries, the first person to enter the house could bring you luck. The luckiest was a tall, dark, handsome man & the unluckiest a red or blonde-haired woman.<\/p>\n

Fire Festivals<\/strong><\/p>\n

The fire festival during Hogmanay is believed to have Pagan or Viking origins \u2013 fire is meant to purify and drive away evil spirits. These fire festivals were first celebrated in Stonehaven, Biggar & Comrie and are now also celebrated in Edinburgh where thousands of souls march the city with blazing torches (which is called Torchlight Procession). Men hold blazing balls of fire and continuously swing these over their heads. This is believed to bring purification & sunshine.<\/p>\n

Auld Lang Syne<\/strong><\/p>\n

Robert Burns\u2019 version of Auld Lang Syne is sung all over the world during Hogmanay. People join hands and sing it together. How this has become THE New Year\u2019s song is something of a mystery.<\/p>\n

The Saining of the Horse<\/strong>
\nBlessing the house and livestock with holy water from a local stream is a very old tradition and has nearly died out, but in recent years it has made a comeback. The woman of the house goes from room to room with a smouldering juniper branch to fill the house with smoke that is mean<\/p>\n

Spain\"spanish<\/strong><\/h2>\n

*Nochevieja*<\/em><\/p>\n

Lucky Grapes<\/strong><\/p>\n

In Spain they call it \u201c12 Uvas\u201d. It\u2019s believed that if you manage to eat all 12 grapes, one by one, during every stroke of the clock as it strikes 12 o clock, you are in for a year of prosperity & good luck!<\/p>\n

Cupid’s Red Underwear<\/strong><\/p>\n

Wearing red underwear on New Year\u2019s Eve is meant to bring you love and good luck. However, this only works if the red underwear you are wearing, were a gift. (knickers & boxers)<\/p>\n

Lentil Soup for Lunch<\/strong><\/p>\n

Lentil soup with black eyed peas and ham for lunch is a Spanish tradition. They believe that each of the small round lentils represents a coin so eating a soup of \u201ccoins\u201d is believed to bring them wealth in the New Year.<\/p>\n

Gold and a Glass of Cava<\/strong><\/p>\n

Spaniards drop a gold object into their glasses of Cava before midnight. It is meant to bring good fortune in the New Year.<\/p>\n

Starting the Year on the Right Foot<\/strong><\/p>\n

In Spain many people believe that the New Year should be started on the right foot \u2013 literally. If you spend New Year\u2019s Eve elsewhere, you should also enter your house with the right foot first. Others believe it is when you leave your house on New Year\u2019s Day, that you should leave with the right foot first.<\/p>\n

Cookies and a Coin<\/strong><\/p>\n

January the 17th<\/sup> is the day that Spaniards celebrate the day of San Ant\u00f3n who was a patron saint of animals, and it is believed that he cured animals on that specific day. This is celebrated by making \u201cpanecillos\u201d which are small round cookies marked with a cross. If you save one of these cookies with a coin \u2013 you are in for financial luck, apparently.<\/p>\n

Italy\"Italian<\/strong><\/h2>\n

*Anno Nuovo*<\/em><\/p>\n

Red Underwear<\/strong><\/p>\n

Italians have many similar traditions to the Spaniards \u2013 one of them being red underwear, which is worn on NYE and will help to fend off evil spirits & negativity, and bring happiness in the coming year.<\/p>\n

Tombola<\/strong><\/p>\n

Playing tombola (like bingo) with family and friends is not only popular throughout the Christmas period, but also a long-lived tradition on New Year\u2019s Eve.<\/p>\n

Party Until Sunrise<\/strong><\/p>\n

Nothing is done by halves in Italy so be prepared to keep the party going until the early hours of the morning. This is done to watch the New Year arrive.<\/p>\n

Throwing Things<\/strong><\/p>\n

In some Southern parts of the country, it is tradition to throw your possessions out the window. Throwing crockery out of the window to show that you are ready for the New Year is very popular. It is also believed to scare away evil spirits.<\/p>\n

Superstition<\/strong><\/p>\n

Legend has it that the first person you meet after midnight on New Year\u2019s will dictate how the rest of your year will pan out. If it happens to be an older person of the opposite sex, then you are in luck because it means that you will have a great year. If it is a baby or someone of the same sex, then your year has not got off to the best start.<\/p>\n

France\"French<\/strong><\/h2>\n

*La Saint-Sylvestre*<\/em><\/p>\n

Cards<\/strong><\/p>\n

French people don\u2019t send Christmas cards but they send New Year\u2019s cards instead. \u2018La bonne ann\u00e9e\u2019 is wished throughout the whole month of January.<\/p>\n

Etrennes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Gifting money to people who serve you on a regular basis like the concierge of your building or your local postman, gardener or family doctor etc.<\/p>\n

New Year’s Eve Dinner<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2018La R\u00e8veillon\u2019 has the same name as Christmas Eve dinner. The celebration on the 31st<\/sup> of December is called \u2018la Saint- Sylvestre\u2019 or \u2018le r\u00e9veillon de la Saint-Sylvestre\u2019 since the last day of the year happens to be the saint\u2019s feast day.<\/p>\n

Public Transport<\/strong><\/p>\n

The night of the 31st<\/sup> of December, public transport in the larger cities of France is free that night to discourage drivers from drink driving.<\/p>\n

Street Parades<\/strong><\/p>\n

On New Year\u2019s Day \u2013 \u2018Le jour de l\u2019an\u2019 in French \u2013 Parades fill the streets in most parts of France which can also be watched on TV if you can\u2019t stand to be in the cold.<\/p>\n

Party at Home<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2018Des soir\u00e9es d\u00e9guis\u00e9es\u2019 (costume parties) are popular this time of year. Spending NYE at home with friends and family, celebrating, dancing and of course eating is what most French people enjoy doing that evening.<\/p>\n

Making Noise<\/strong><\/p>\n

It is expected and almost demanded that you must make as much noise as possible when the clock strikes midnight. Car horns, people shouting \u2018bonne ann\u00e9e\u2019, blasting songs on full volume, firecrackers \u2013 take your pick – but it has to be LOUD.<\/p>\n

Partying in the Street<\/strong><\/p>\n

If you don\u2019t want to stay home or aren\u2019t invited to any house party \u2013 spend it on the street. Paris has 3 very popular spots for that: the Eiffel Tower, on the Avenue des Champs-\u00c9lys\u00e9es, and at the Sacr\u00e9-Coeur in Montmartre. Fireworks are unfortunately no longer allowed to be set off in the capital.<\/p>\n

Sweden\"Swedish<\/strong><\/h2>\n

*ny\u00e5r*<\/em><\/p>\n

Spent With Friends<\/strong><\/p>\n

After all the family Christmas gatherings & festivities, NYE is spent with friends. It is very cold in Sweden at that time of the year so people tend to come outside completely covered up from head to toe.<\/p>\n

12 Grapes<\/strong><\/p>\n

The same tradition as in Spain. 12 grapes are eaten during every Stroke of the clock at midnight, which is believed to bring you luck in the New Year.<\/p>\n

New Year’s Verse<\/strong><\/p>\n

There is a ritual of chiming bells and speaking out a New Year\u2019s Verse to the nation on NYE. This happens in the Skansen open air museum and is broadcasted live on TV to the entire nation.<\/p>\n

Promises<\/strong><\/p>\n

When the clock hits 12 at midnight, it is tradition to make a promis, to yourself or out loud, to be a better human in the coming year and to get rid of bad habits. It is a form of New Year\u2019s Resolutions.<\/p>\n

Russia\"Russian<\/strong><\/h2>\n

*\u041d\u043e\u0432\u044b\u0439 \u0413\u043e\u0434*<\/em><\/p>\n

New Year<\/strong><\/p>\n

It takes place on the 31st<\/sup> of January like in most other countries. The Russian Santa \u201cDed Moroz\u201d and his female companion \u201cSengurochka\u201d come along to hand out gifts. What we consider a Christmas tree, Russians consider the New Year\u2019s Tree which usually has a red star at the top.<\/p>\n

Old New Year<\/strong><\/p>\n

Old New Year or Orthodox New Year is on the 14th<\/sup> of January. This was the only big Winter holiday that Russians had left after all religious holidays were banned in the Soviet Union, so they celebrated the Old New Year to compensate the loss of Christmas.<\/p>\n

Celebrations<\/strong><\/p>\n

Many Russians attend concerts and fireworks displays. Most families have a late dinner and watch the presidential speech on TV at 11:55 in each of Russia\u2019s time zones. He reflects on achievements of the past year and at midnight, the Kremlin Spasskaya Clock Tower goes off and the Russian national anthem begins.<\/p>\n

Food<\/strong><\/p>\n

A \u2018Zakuska table\u2019 is set up for the guests which is covered with snacks that go well with drinks like caviar, pickles, bread etc.<\/p>\n

Australia\"Australian<\/strong><\/h2>\n

*New Year\u2019s*<\/em><\/p>\n

Celebrations<\/strong><\/p>\n

New Year\u2019s celebrations go on for 6 days in Australia. The most famous one takes place in Sydney Harbor where the bridge is lit up by more than 80,000 fireworks, accompanied by music.<\/p>\n

Beach Parties<\/strong><\/p>\n

Since it is Summer in Australia at that time of the year, many parties take place across the beaches. Bonfires and camping is a very typical thing to do.<\/p>\n

Chinese-Australian Rituals<\/strong><\/p>\n

Another major attraction is the traditional practice of \u2018sacrificing to ancestors\u2019 performances, in the Chinese area of Melbourne.<\/p>\n

China\"Chinese<\/strong><\/h2>\n

*Xin Nian*<\/em><\/p>\n

Dinner<\/strong><\/p>\n

The most important dinner of the year for the Chinese is New Year\u2019s Eve dinner, and it\u2019s preferred at home. This is a family reunion dinner. Typically, the Chinese have fish for dinner or dumplings. These 2 dishes signify prosperity.<\/p>\n

Shou Sui<\/strong><\/p>\n

After the New Year\u2019s Eve dinner, some family members normally stay awake throughout the night. Legend has it that there was an evil beast called \u2018Year\u2019 that came out to harm people and animals. People found out that it is afraid of the colour red, fire & loud sounds.<\/p>\n

Red Packets<\/strong><\/p>\n

A red envelope with money inside is usually given by adults, especially married couples & the elderly, to young people. This money is believed to suppress the evil from children and keep them healthy.<\/p>\n

Markets<\/strong><\/p>\n

Temporary markets that sell New Year\u2019s goods such as clothing, decorations, fireworks, food and small artwork are set up over the course of the New Year\u2019s celebrations, and are adorned with many lanterns.<\/p>\n

Small Year<\/strong><\/p>\n

Small year is on the 23rd<\/sup> or 24th<\/sup> of the last month of the year. It is believed that this is the day where the \u2018food god\u2019 leaves the family to go to heaven and reports the activity of the family to the Emperor of heaven. People then take down the paint of the food god and in the New Year they buy new paint from the food god and put it in the kitchen.<\/p>\n

Cleaning and Decorating<\/strong><\/p>\n

The entire house gets a good clean to welcome the New Year and then it gets fully decorated with items that are red. The most popular pieces of decoration are an upside down fu, dui lain, lanterns, papercutting, year paint & door gods.<\/p>\n

Japan\"Japanese<\/strong><\/h2>\n

*Shogatsu*<\/em><\/p>\n

Hatsumode<\/strong><\/p>\n

This is the first visit to a Shinto shrine of the New Year. Some people also go to Buddhist temples and call it \u2018hatsumode\u2019. This normally happens during \u2018sanganichi\u2019 or the first 3 days of the Year. During Hatsumode people throw \u2018saisen\u2019 or money donations into a box called \u2018saisen bako\u2019, and ring the bell infront whilst they make a wish.<\/p>\n

Nengajo<\/strong><\/p>\n

Simple postcards labelled with two kanji characters reading \u2018nenga\u2019 (new year) with red ink. These postcards get sent out in the old year so that they arrive in the New Year.<\/p>\n

New Year’s Eve\u2013 Omisoka<\/strong><\/p>\n

The entire house is cleaned up to start the new year with a fresh mind. They call this \u2018osojo\u2019. The Japanese use the last days of the old year to make preparations for \u2018osechi ryori\u2019 which consists of eating traditional Japanese foods which are served in beautiful boxes called \u2018jubako\u2019, and are placed in the middle of the table at dinner.<\/p>\n

Joya No Kane<\/strong><\/p>\n

Bells are monotonously ringing for about 1-2 hours. This is a Buddhist tradition and they call it \u2018Joya no Kane\u2019 which is one of the most important rituals of the year for Buddhist temples in Japan. The bell will strike exactly 108 times because it is believed that human beings are plagued by 108 types of earthly desires and feelings called \u2018Bonnou\u2019, which is exemplified by anger, jealousy & adherence. Every sound of the bell is believed to remove one of these troubling \u2018Bonnou\u2019 from you.<\/p>\n

Otoshidama<\/strong><\/p>\n

This is a Japanese tradition all kids look forward to \u2013 They will receive small envelopes with cash in them from their parents, grandparents or close relatives.\u00a0 The amount they receive increases as the kids grow up.<\/p>\n

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America\"USA<\/strong><\/h2>\n

*New Year\u2019s*<\/em><\/p>\n

American Feast<\/strong><\/p>\n

It is believed that black-eyed beans are very lucky. It is typical to prepare different cuisines to gather for family feasts. Hoppin\u2019 John is one of them. It is a special soul food with rice and eaten with black-eyed beans.<\/p>\n

South American Traditions<\/strong><\/p>\n

New year is called \u2018Ano Viego\u2019 and people create dummies stuffed with waste and firecrackers and place them outside their homes. At midnight they are set on fire which depicts welcoming the new Year and leaving the old year in the past along with evil.<\/p>\n

USA Celebrations<\/strong><\/p>\n

Streets are crowded with people who welcome the New Year with joy. Fireworks, parties, musicals etc. New York is the main attraction during NYE in the USA and Times Square hosts several events which are hosted by Dick Clark on TV. American New Year customs are generally very colourful.<\/p>\n

Colourful Underwear<\/strong><\/p>\n

In Mexico, Brazil and some Latin American countries, legend says that the colour of your underwear will influence what kind of year you\u2019ll have. Yellow: prosperity & success. Red: love & romance. White: peace & harmony. Green: health & well-being.<\/p>\n

Canadian Traditions<\/strong><\/p>\n

Clapping and roaring at midnight is supposed to sway away all evil and negative energies. Some people go for a polar bear swim on New Year\u2019s. Kissing is also a tradition \u2013 it shows love and wishes to someone and strengthens pleasant ties with your loved ones.<\/p>\n

Want more fun facts about how the rest of the world celebrate special occasions? Check out our 70 Crazy Christmas Facts from Around the World<\/a> and discover what festivities look like in our neighbouring countries.<\/h3>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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