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With the World having over 39 timezones, it is the islands of Samoa and Kiribati, the first places on Earth to reach the Gregorian calendar’s new year on January 1st.


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Believed to be a tradition and a superstition, people in Greece eat 12 Grapes on New Year's Eve at midnight.


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In Japan, as Buddhist tradition bells are rung 108 times at midnight on New Year's Eve to banish all human sins.


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In Columbia, partygoers carry empty suitcases at midnight on Newyear's eve, in hopes of inducing a year with a lot of travel.


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In Switzerland, for the longevity of good luck and wealth in the Newyear, people drop a dollop of custard on the floor at midnight.


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In Russia, the tradition of a New Year tree called 'Yolka' is followed and they also write down a wish in a paper burn it, throw it into champagne, and drink it as a tradition.


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On Newyear's Day, people in the Philippines wear and eat everything in a circle shape as it is considered to be sacred.


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In Burma, people splash oil on one another to start the new year with a purified soul.


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A pineapple is traditionally hung on the front door of homes on New Year’s Eve in Spain as a symbol of rebirth in the New Year.


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Denmark citizens greet the New Year by throwing old plates and glasses against the doors of family and friends to banish bad spirits.


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Symbolizing happiness and good luck in the New Year, the Chinese paint their front doors red.


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Sweden Harbour hosts one of the biggest New Year’s Eve celebration in the world called the 'The Harbour Light Parade'.


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In Egypt, the New Year’s Day celebration changes according to the moon and the festivities do not begin until a full moon is sighted.


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In Brazil and Turkey, wearing red underwear at midnight on New Year’s Eve is crucial to bring good luck in the coming year.


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In India, the specific day of the New year celebration changes from region to region and is mostly considered to be in the mid of April.


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