Is plumbing, fondue and raclette boring yet? Then be inspired by other traditions. On New Year’s Eve, a fascinating variety of New Year’s Eve traditions unfold around the world, celebrating the end of the old year and heralding the beginning of the new.
From time-honored rituals to surprisingly original customs, these traditions range from time-honored rituals to connecting humanity in their own unique way. A small selection of traditions.
Cuba: Expulsion of the Spirits
Here people symbolically throw all the evil spirits and negative energies of the past 365 days straight out the front door. It is not uncommon to see buckets of dirty water flying from homes in the minutes before midnight.
Ireland: One more sign
In Ireland, people take time in the last hours of the year for a gesture of remembrance. They will place an extra sign for those who are no longer physically present. This means that the deceased has a symbolic place in the New Year’s celebration.
Mexico: The empty suitcase
Mexicans welcome a year full of travel and new experiences. In many Latin American countries, people walk with an empty suitcase or place it in the middle of a room and stroll around. Others even take a tour.
Philippines: Fruit as a good luck charm
To experience a Happy New Year, Filipinos believe that wearing round shapes (such as polka dots) promotes prosperity and luck. It is also common to eat round fruits such as oranges and watermelons; they are considered good luck.
These different New Year’s traditions, whether sweet, bold, colorful or spiritual, speak to the cultural diversity of our world and the unique ways people celebrate the hope of a fresh start and a fulfilling new year. Their common denominator: the desire for happiness, success and twelve months of positive changes.
Source: Krone
I am Wallace Jones, an experienced journalist. I specialize in writing for the world section of Today Times Live. With over a decade of experience, I have developed an eye for detail when it comes to reporting on local and global stories. My passion lies in uncovering the truth through my investigative skills and creating thought-provoking content that resonates with readers worldwide.
