Traditions of New Year's Eve celebrations around the world
Traditions in England.
Traditionally, a house in England is decorated with bouquets of mistletoe, a Christmas tree is installed and decorated. In England, at nightfall, children leave a plate on the table for gifts from Santa Claus, and put hay in their shoes as a treat for the donkey. Adults also have a custom of exchanging holiday cards. Traditionally, housewives prepare turkey with chestnuts and toasted potatoes for the table. A bell announces the approach of the new year to the British, and at this moment the lovers must kiss under the mistletoe.
New Year's traditions of Italy.
In Italy, on New Year's Eve, it's easy not to fall asleep because of the roar of fireworks, Italians firmly believe that this noise drives away evil spirits. On New Year's Eve, everyone tries to wear something red, it is believed that this will bring happiness in the new year. On the first of January of the new year, it is considered lucky to meet an elderly person on the street. Gifts for children in the new year are given by a fairy, and not by Santa Claus at all. The name of this fairy is Befifana, kids hang socks over the fireplace on the evening of January 5, and in the morning they look for gifts there. The fairy gives only obedient children, those who have behaved badly will receive coal instead of a gift.
New Year's traditions of France.
Santa Claus in France is called Pere Noel, he leaves gifts for children in shoes. A New Year's pie is served to the table, whoever gets it will become the "Bean King". This king will be in charge of the celebration and everyone must obey his orders.
New Year's traditions in Sweden.
On the eve of the new year, children in Sweden elect Queen Lucia, she brings gifts to children and animals. The main tradition is the burning of the "Tula goat" (straw figure).
New Year's traditions of Cuba.
On the eve of the new year, Cubans fill all possible containers with clean water and throw it out of the windows at midnight on New Year's Eve. Thus, they say goodbye to the passing year and wish him a good journey. This people has another tradition - while the clock strikes midnight, you need to eat as many grapes as the clock strikes. There is a belief that it brings happiness and prosperity to the house.
New Year's traditions of Ireland.
Single girls are waiting for New Year's Eve celebrations in Ireland more than anyone else. At midnight on New Year's Eve, unmarried girls put mistletoe leaves under their pillows, they believe that this will bring good luck and ward off evil fate. This tradition should also attract a beloved and loving husband into a girl's life. The melbet app also has a version for iOS users with similar features.
