New Year traditions around the world
siddlobo
27 December, 2008 17:36
As another year comes to an end, let’s take a look at how people from around the world celebrate the New Year.
England
In England, crowds gather in Trafalgar Square and Piccadilly Circus waiting to hear the chimes of London's Big Ben, which announces the arrival of the New Year. People link arms and there is usually a rendering of "Auld Lang Syne." The custom of "first-footing" is important. To ensure good luck for the inhabitants of a house, the first person to enter on New Year's Day should be male, young, healthy and good-looking. (More)
