As the clock ticks toward midnight on December 31, people worldwide celebrate the arrival of a new year in various and often surprising ways.
These customs bring good luck, ward off evil, and preserve cultural traditions. According to geographical historical records, here are some of the strangest New Year’s traditions.
In Spain, people eat 12 grapes at midnight. This tradition, called Las Doce Uvas, symbolizes good luck for every month of the coming year. You have to be quick, though, because you must finish all the grapes by the 12th sound of a bell.
In Denmark, smashing plates and dishes against friends’ doors is considered good luck. The bigger the pile of broken plates and dishes outside your home, the more loved and fortunate you are in the new year.
In the Philippines, people wear polka dots on New Year’s Eve. The round shapes are believed to symbolize coins, representing prosperity and wealth for the year ahead. Many families also scatter coins around their homes for the same reason.
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In Scotland, First Footing is a tradition where the first visitor to enter your home after midnight determines your luck for the year. A tall, dark-haired man carrying gifts like coal or whisky is considered the ideal first footer.
In Switzerland, people celebrate by dropping ice cream on the floor. This custom represents the hope for a prosperous and abundant year ahead.
Romanian farmers believe they can communicate with their animals at midnight. If the animals respond, it’s a sign of good luck. However, hearing nothing is perfectly normal, too.
Italians welcome the new year wearing red underwear, a symbol of love, fertility, and good fortune. This tradition has been passed down through generations and remains popular today.
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