外國國家新年習(xí)俗

1、Happy New Year,In western countryies althouth Christmas day is the most signficant festivel, new year still has an important position that others can never inetead of . It is a day people see the old days out

2、 and the new year in . 在西方國家，盡管圣誕才是最重要的節(jié)日，但是新年在人們心中仍占有不可代替的位子，因為這是人們辭舊迎新的時刻 。,New Year’s Day,Now ,1.1was the pubic festivel in mang countries around the world .but there are also some countryies and

3、nationalities have different date because different traditions, religious ,beliefs, customs, seasons and climates,which makes the world more wonderful and colorful and show more nationality features 現(xiàn)在，

4、世界上大多數(shù)國家把每年1月1日作為元旦，因為他們多采用了國際通行的公歷。但也有一些國家和民族由于本地的歷法傳統(tǒng)及宗教信仰、風(fēng)俗習(xí)慣、季節(jié)氣候的不同，因而他們的元旦日期也不一樣，這也使得這個世界多姿多彩，更顯民族的特色了,New Year’s Day,Because of the longitude of the world in different locations, countries of time is also differe

5、nt, accordingly, new year’s date is also different. Such as Oceania located in the west of the RiJieXian island-state, it is the first day of the first place, also be to celebrate New Year's country.,New Yea

6、r,Located in the east side of the RiJieXian XiSaMaYa is the world's most late start a new day of place. According to the calendar to count, our country is the world's first start New Year 12 countries .　　由于世界各

7、國所處的經(jīng)度位置不同，各國的時間也不同，因此，“元旦”的日期也有不同。如大洋洲的島國湯加位于日界線的西側(cè)，它是世界上最先開始的一天的地方，也是最先慶祝元旦的國家。而位于日界線東側(cè)的西薩摩亞則是世界上最遲開始新的一天的地方。按公歷計，我國是世界上第12個開始新年的國家。,Origin,It is around 5000 BC, the ancient Egyptians 's life transformed from Noma

8、dic to farming and they settled in the Nile River, their harvests has a great relationship with the Nile flood. From the ancient Egyptians long-term observation, the Nile flood had a regular time, they wrote the time

9、on a bamboo pole, from that time spread between the two are separated by approximately 365 days; you also found, when the tide came up the Nile today near the city of Cairo, at this time , tide happened to that the sun

10、and sirius raise from the horizon. Thus, the ancient Egyptians put this day as the beginning of the year. This is the origin of the first New Year's Day.,大約在公元前五萬年左右，古埃及人已由游牧改為農(nóng)耕，定居在尼羅河兩岸，他們的農(nóng)業(yè)收成與尼羅河是否發(fā)生洪水有很大關(guān)系。古埃及人從

11、長期的觀察中發(fā)現(xiàn)，尼羅河泛濫的時間是有規(guī)律的，他們就把這個時間每次都記錄在竹竿上，從中得知兩次泛濫時間之間大約相隔365天；同時還發(fā)現(xiàn)，當尼羅河初漲的潮頭來到今天開羅城附近的時候，也正好是太陽與天狼星同時從地平線上升起的時候。于是，古埃及人便把這一天定為一年的開始。這是元旦最早的由來。,Greetings,Warmest thoughts and best wishes from your daughter.寄上無限的思念和最美好的

12、祝愿，你們的女兒。Happy New year to the world’s best parents!祝世界上最好的父母節(jié)日快樂！Much joy to you in the upcoming year.愿您在新的一年充滿快樂May happiness follow you wherever you go!愿您幸?？鞓?，直到永遠永遠Wishing you and yours a happy new year.

13、萬事如意，合家平安。Wishing you all the blessings of a beautiful season.愿你擁有美麗的新年所有的祝福You are the one for me this New Year and for many New Years to come.在此新年和未來的每個新年里，你都是我唯一的愛！My arms are wide open for you this New Year.

14、我張開雙臂，盼與你共度新春佳節(jié)。,Britain New Year,January 1 is a big day in the lives of those living in United Kingdom, as it is the day of New Year. The tradition of celebrating New Year on January 1 according to Georgian calendar be

15、gan officially in the year of 1752.,. People in United Kingdom eagerly wait for its arrival. When New Year actually arrives, they make sure to welcome it with lots of grandeur, cheer, and festivities,New Year Celebration

16、s in United Kingdom,在英國怎樣慶祝新年New Year celebrations made in Unite d Kingdom are grand, best, and one of its kind, which is very much evident by the number of tourists vesting the country during the time of New Year.

17、Almost each major city in United Kingdom is hosting at least one major grand celebration event on New Year’s Eve.,these events are now being celebrated since many years, and thus has become that essent

18、ial part of the life without which no one might feel like being into a New Year. Most of these events usually have thousands of people gathering together, dancing together, celebrating together and cheering together to g

19、ive a grand mutual welcome to the first few moments of New Year.,As a part of New Year celebrations in United Kingdom, anything and everything, from streets to buildings to towns and hills, is illuminated with vibrant li

20、ghts. Lavish parties are thrown everywhere, with finest of food and drinks served to all those participating.,It is well complimented by high energy music, and equally high energy people who incessantly dance to its tune

21、s. Almost everyone remain engaged in one or the other club or house party, or a short trip, or any other New Year celebration event. Other than these, theme parties, salsa dance, live shows, and music concerts are some o

22、f the other fervent events of New Year in United Kingdom.,The most cheerful moment arrives at the stroke of midnight, when all people cheer out loud, whistle, and beat drums. People raise toasts, and wish one another wit

23、h New Year wishes by hugging and kissing.,New Year Parade in United Kingdom英國的新年大游行New Year parade is the biggest attraction of New Year celebrations in United Kingdom. It is organized in almost all major cities of UK.

24、 These parades go through various popular streets of the city. Many eminent and local performers participate in it. Being high on entertainment value and the vibrant festive environment it crates, almost everyone ensures

25、 to be a part of this gala.,The biggest New Year parade is organized in Britain, which goes through the famous streets of Whitehall and Pall Mall, and concluding at Berkley Square. It initiates during the noon time, and

26、everyone is invited to be a part of it. Parade has all sorts of performers from musicians, dancers, acrobats, magicians, drummers, etc. entertaining everyone all through the way of procession.,United Kingdom is divided i

27、n four parts- England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Island. Among these, the initial four celebrate New Year. The major part of these celebrations is mostly similar.,Australia,New Year is considered as a time of optimis

28、m by one and all, and Australia is no different. The whole of Australia engage itself in enthusiastic celebrations of New Year, with customs and traditions holding the core of it. They follow the rule of Georgian cal

29、endar,and thus consider January 1 as the date and of New Year. New Year celebrations are traditionally madeover an extended period of six days, with January 6 being the last day of celebration.,New Year Celebration i

30、n Australia. No matter, whether one chooses to stay at home or come out, the mood of zest and celebrations of New Year remain on a constant high among people of Australia. Usually, with New Year being a public holiday, p

31、eople along with their friends and families come out of their houses to be a part of the group celebrations as made at beautiful beaches, discotheques, pubs, clubs, hotels, and social parties organized for the purpose. C

32、elebrations with high degree of fervor all over the place continue for the first six days of New Year. The highly fervent New Year celebrations in Australia are world popular, which is the reason why Australia emerges to

33、 be the favorite tourist spot among visitors in and around the time of New Year.,Traditionally, people prefer to make a visit to the Church to offer their prayers to the supreme Lord. People along with their families ma

34、ke an early morning visit to the local or main Church to pray Lord in order to get confer with His blessings for the New Year. For the fact, the traditional customs of formally announcing the arrival of New Year is

35、officially considered to take place with the twelve rings of the bell in the Church on the midnight of the New Year. As soon as people hear the twelve rings, mutually show their bliss by cheering and making noises

36、through drums, trumpets, horns, and other musical instruments. It is followed by sharing of hugs, kisses, and wishes with all those who are present. Also, beautifully crafted show of fireworks, which take place at ex

37、actly the 00:00 hours of January 1, is something which people enthusiastically and eagerly wait for.,Major New Year Celebration Hubs in Australia,the entire Australia celebrates New Year with customs and traditions w

38、ith unparalleled degrees of happiness and joy, the New Year celebrations and parties as made out in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, and Darwin are highly popular, More prominentlyfor their grand celebrations and

39、 peculiar show of fireworks.,New Year in Sydney, Australia　　Sydney hosts one of the most enthralling of New Year celebrations ofthe whole world. With the arrival of New Year, the famous Sydney Harbor Bridge is lit u

40、p with more than 80000 fireworks, creating anextraordinary and unforgettable experience for the spectators. The degree of firework is intense and extravagant to an extent that it can be viewed anywhere within the radi

41、us of 16 km. around Sydney. Thefireworks are perfectly string along with the soothing music, presented by a group of vocalists of Sydney Council. Another major attraction is the Sydney New Year beach party, along with

42、other New Year parties thrown on the eve of New Year, in which peoplepleasantly engage in with activities such as bonfires and camping. A ride through a cruise is necessary to complete the New Year experience in Sydn

43、ey.,New Year in Melbourne, Australia,The Melbourne city of Australia is another major hub for celebrating New Year with an experience that remains etched in mind till the end of life. Melbourne is highly popular for the

44、 parties it throws on New Year’s Eve. Discotheques, pubs, hotels, and restaurants saw masses of people coming and becoming part of high energy parties, where arrangements are made for special buffets and exceptional d

45、inners. The famous rock bands performing across the Melbourne city add acomplete new oomph to the New Year vigor. Another major attraction which one can’t afford to miss is the depiction of the Chinese-Australian ritua

46、ls, as a part of which traditional practices of ‘sacrificing to ancestors’, are performed with dedication and enthusiasm in the China place in Melbourne.,Italy,New Year's Day in ItalyNew Year’s Day in Italy falls

47、on January 1 and marks the start of the year in the Gregorian calendar.What Do People Do?Many Italians celebrate the end of the old year and the start of New Year’s Day with fireworks. Many people celebrat

48、e a New Year’s dinner with dishes that include: Risotto in bianco (white risotto). Lentils (symbolizing wealth/good fortune). Cotechino (pork sausage boiled over low heat for hours before servin

49、g). Zampone (a type of sausage). Raisins (for good luck).,The media often write or broadcast an overview of the previous year and changes that are announced, planned or anticipated for the New Year.P

50、ublic LifeMany organizations, businesses, and educational institutions are closed on New Year’s Day, including: Schools. Government offices. Post offices. Banks.,,Transport options, such a

51、s taxis, rail services between major cities and major long- route bus lines, are available on New Year’s Day but travelers should check with local public transport authorities at this time of the year.

52、BackgroundNew Year’s Day marks the start of a new year according to the Gregorian calendar. It is a relatively modern practice. Although Romans began marking the start of their civil year on January 1 in th

53、eir calendar (prior to the Gregorian calendar), the traditional springtime opening of the growing season and time for major military campaigns still held on as the popular New Year celebration.,,SymbolsSym

54、bolic traditions in Italian history include:Throwing pots, pans, and clothes out of the window to let go of the past and move toward the future.Firing a Christmas log before New Year’s Day to turn away evil spirit

55、s (who don’t like fire) and invite the Virgin Mary to warm newborn Jesus.Wearing red underwear for good luck.,New Year cry,抱頭痛哭迎新年In India, some regions, people not only did not celebrate the New Year, but cry. E

56、xclaimed perishable, and is said to be short-lived life.,,Cups and bowls of debris to send to friends,Danish people in New Year's Eve, each and every householdwill usually break the glass fragments collected, to be

57、secretly sent to the dead of night, when a friend's house door. New Year's Day morning, if the heap of debris in front of someone's more, it shows someone's friend of more must be very lucky New Year.

58、,杯盤碎片送朋友,Fixed fireworks to eat cold,不動煙火吃冷食 Paraguayans five days before the advent of the New Year, from the heads of state, down to the ordinary people, not moving fireworks, eating cold foods, until

59、the New Year's Day after the 0:00 bell rang fire cooking food to celebrate the New Year's Day.,Finished off the fifth liquor luck,喝光余酒交好運Before the arrival of the French in the New Year, individual mu

60、st bring home all the liquor I drunk, so many people drunk. In their view, the New Year if the house there is still wine, the new year will pay doom.,Eating grapes in middle of the night,深更半夜吃葡萄Spaniards in the New Y

61、ear's Eve family reunion. To midnight in the interest of church bells as a number, fighting over who gets grapes, every knock about bell, youmust eat a grape, but also to a continuous eating 12, indicating the c