Every New Year tradition in Germany has its won significance. Speaking of New Year in Germany, one word “Silvester", comes to mind. This is the name by which the Germans call there new year eve. Saint Sylvester was a pope who lived in the fourth century. 31st December is the feast day which is celebrated in his honor. That is why the New Year is so named.
Other New Year traditions at Germany include:
- The New Year in Germany is celebrated by throwing parties. These celebrations are accompanied by singing, dancing, drinking and merry making.
- While some party hard, some Germans spend their New Year's Eve with their friends and family.
- Another popular New Year tradition in Germany is playing games. It is not any other ordinary game. People foretell the future of the coming year in this game. For this they drop molten lead in to cold water and forecast the future depending on the shape it takes. If the lead takes a heart or ring shape, it means wedding, a ship signifies travel and a pig shape indicates plenty of food.
- At the strike of midnight, the Germans wish each other Happy New Year. Champagne bottles are opened spilling some liquid, fireworks are burnt and the party reaches its zenith.
Partying is the most important feature of a New Year tradition in Germany. The Brandenburger for (Brandenburg Gate) in Berlin is among the most popular ones. These New Year traditions at Germany speak volumes about the custom and rituals of the country.
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