LIFESTYLE

Unusual new year traditions from world

By Prachi Rijhwani

1

Danish plate smashing

In Denmark, New Year's Eve involves smashing plates against neighbors' doors for good luck and feasting on marzipan doughnuts. 

2

Ecuadorian scarecrow burning

Ecuadorians burn scarecrow-like effigies, año viejo, at midnight to bid farewell to misfortunes. 

3

Latin underwear colors

Latin Americans believe their underwear color dictates their upcoming year, with red symbolizing love, yellow wealth, and white peace. 

4

Spanish grape ritual

Spaniards consume 12 grapes at midnight, each representing a month of prosperity, with the grape's flavor forecasting the month's fortune. 

5

Italian furniture tossing

In Naples, Italy, old furniture is tossed off balconies to symbolize a fresh start, a tradition also found in Johannesburg, South Africa. 

6

Filipino round objects

Filipinos surround themselves with round objects for wealth and prosperity during New Year's celebrations. 

7

Japanese temple bells

Japanese New Year, Oshogatsu, involves ringing 108 bells at Buddhist temples to dispel evil passions and cleanse individuals from sins. 

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