Wed, Jan 1, 2025 12:00 AM
Interesting Facts
New Year’s Day, celebrated on January 1st, marks the beginning of the new calendar year and is one of the oldest and most universally recognized holidays.
The tradition of celebrating the new year dates back over 4,000 years to ancient Babylon, where the first new moon following the vernal equinox heralded the start of a new year.
In many cultures, New Year’s Day is accompanied by unique customs and traditions aimed at bringing luck, health, and prosperity, such as eating specific foods, making resolutions for self-improvement, and engaging in festive gatherings.
The famous Times Square Ball Drop in New York City, an iconic event since 1907, exemplifies the widespread modern practice of counting down the final seconds to the New Year, symbolizing the communal hope for a fresh start.