My New Years Holiday Pad let by Alexxis Villarreal

United States Tradition

314659_2 — 2024-12-05 16:17:48 UTC

In the United States they do Fireworks that initially means to ward away evil spirits for the start of a New Year

United States Tradition

314659_2 — 2024-12-05 16:21:46 UTC

In the United States every year they do something called "Dropping the ball" which marks the end of the year and the start of a whole new one.

Korean New Year

314659_2 — 2024-12-05 16:26:07 UTC

In Korea they dress up in traditional costumes known as hanbok and the children go and show respect to their elders with bows (aka seh bae)

Korea Tradition

314659_2 — 2024-12-05 16:28:36 UTC

In Korea they wear tradition costumes known as hanbok and the children show the respect they have for their elders with deep bows (aka seh bae)

China Tradition

314659_2 — 2024-12-05 16:32:38 UTC

In China for new years they give each other Red Envelops (Lucky Money) to their kids. Parents and Grandparents are normally the ones to give the red Envelopes. Which represents good health, and growth.

Japan Tradition

314659_2 — 2024-12-05 16:41:50 UTC

In Japan for new years at midnight exactly at 12 Buddhist temples all over Japan ring their bonsho an even 108 times. Which is called "Joya No Kane"

Indian Tradition

314659_2 — 2024-12-16 16:03:47 UTC

In India cleaning and decorating homes, wearing new clothes, are common practices during this time. Many also visit temples to seek blessings for the coming year

Thai Tradition

314659_2 — 2024-12-16 16:05:33 UTC

In thai pouring water is a significant act during Songkran, symbolizing cleansing, reverence and good fortune. Other activities include bathing important Buddha images, splashing water on family and friends, folk plays, games, music and feasting.

Russian Tradition

314659_2 — 2024-12-16 16:06:50 UTC

Russian New Year's customs involve a lot of similarities with European and American versions of winter holidays: families will decorate a tree, light a fire in the fireplace, and will hang stockings for gifts.

Cuba Tradition

314659_2 — 2024-12-16 16:08:34 UTC

In Cuba 12 grapes and the stroke of midnight. When the countdown ends each grape is eaten, one after the other, to represent the 12 months of the New Year, with a wish made every grape.