Italy: Red for Good Luck
In Italy, there is an interesting tradition – on New Year’s Eve, you need to wear something red. This color symbolizes luck and love. Another feature is the preparation of dishes from lentils, which resemble coins and bring financial success.

Scotland: The rite of the first foot
In Scotland, the celebration of the New Year is called “Hogmanay”. The key tradition is “first-footing” – the first guest to cross the threshold after midnight must bring gifts, such as bread or whiskey, to wish the hosts prosperity in the new year.

India: A colorful festival and different dates
In India, the New Year is celebrated at different times depending on the region and calendar. For example, in the southern states, the New Year is celebrated in the spring. Everywhere it is accompanied by colorful festivals, decorating houses with lights and exchanging sweets.

Ecuador: Burning the Old Year
In Ecuador, on New Year's Eve, people burn dolls that symbolize the old year to get rid of all bad things and start a new chapter in life. The dolls are made from old clothes, stuffed with paper, and decorated with humor.

China: Red Envelopes and Dragons
Chinese New Year usually falls later than January 1st and is marked by grand celebrations. Red envelopes with money are given for good luck, and dragon dances and fireworks drive away evil spirits.

Germany: Predicting the Future
In Germany, there is an interesting tradition of fortune-telling on tin - people melt tin and pour it into water to see the figures that predict the future. Germans also enjoy watching the comedy Dinner for One on New Year's Eve.

Each country brings its own unique touches to the New Year celebration, but everyone is united by a common goal - to spend the old year and meet the new one with hope.

May your New Year celebration be full of joy and pleasant moments!