New Year in cities and countries. How is the New Year progressing across Russia? Infographics
You think, New Year Can you celebrate only once a year? You are wrong. In our country, due to the fact that Russia is geographically divided into several time zones, this can be done 11 times. Imagine, you can make 11 wishes that will definitely come true, you just need to know in what order Russians celebrate the New Year.
The sequence of the New Year in Russia
- You can safely make your first wish at 15.00. by Moscow time. It is at this time that residents of Kamchatka raise their glasses and wish all the best to their loved ones and friends.
- At 16.00 they celebrate the New Year in the Magadan region and Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk.
- AT 17:00. when the chimes strike, they burn a piece of paper with cherished wish and drink it along with champagne in Vladivostok, Khabarovsk and Ussuriysk.
- At 18.00. this will be done in Chita, Blagoveshchensk, Transbaikalia and the Amur region. At the same time, in Yakutia, the spirit of cold - Chyskhaan (our Grandfather Frost) fulfills all wishes, for this you just need to touch his magic staff and say your wish out loud.
- At 19.00 they celebrate the New Year in Irkutsk, Ulan-Ude and Buryatia.
- At 20.00. in the Krasnoyarsk, Altai Territories, Kemerovo, Tomsk, Novosibirsk regions, in the Republic of Tyva.
- 21.00. They make another wish together with the residents of the Omsk and Sverdlovsk regions.
- AT 22.00. the cities of Chelyabinsk, Tyumen, Perm, the Republic of Bashkortostan.
- 23.00. The New Year will reach Udmurtia, Samara and Togliatti, just one hour and it will reach Moscow.
- At 24.00. on Red Square, the chimes will strike, fireworks will go off, and festivities will begin.
- But the holiday will hurry on, and at one o'clock in the morning it will come to Kaliningrad region. So, there is a chance to make another wish even after 12 o’clock at night - at 01.00.
Russia is the only country in the world where such a number of times.
When do other countries around the world wait for the New Year?
In general, on globe the population will be the first to celebrate the holiday small island Christmas (5.5 thousand people in total), which belongs to the Republic of Kiribati and residents of the capital of the kingdom at the end of the earth (as tourists call it) - the city of Nuku'alofa.
Then, following the sequence, Chatham Island (+0.15)., New Zealand and the South Pole in Antarctica (+1).
With an interval of one hour, the holiday will reach the island of Fiji (+2).
From there he will go to hot Australia (+3), where he will be greeted with stunning fireworks and a grand music show. The climate of the country allows you to celebrate outdoors. At exactly 12 o'clock local time, the noise of music stops in Australian cities and the sound of car horns, whistles and screams is heard. This is how the inhabitants of the island celebrate the New Year and all the good things they hope to receive with its arrival.
When on January 1 in Moscow the clock hands show 6 am, and at 12 o’clock, do not forget to say to your loved ones and friends: “Akemashite omedeto!”, which means: Happy New Year, and give them a rake for good luck, so that they have something to rake in happiness. This is exactly what the Japanese do on this day.
In China (+6) the New Year is celebrated according to its own special calendar, which can begin on one of the days at the end of January or beginning of February. On this day, old grievances are forgiven and forgotten. The whole family gathers for a festive dinner, and processions of people holding lit lanterns take place in the streets. This is how they light the way for the New Year.
Route 7 of the holiday will pass through Indonesia,
8 celebrate the holiday in Bangladesh and Sri Lanka. And although New Year local residents celebrated in April, for tourists in New Year's Eve they host colorful fireworks displays and beach parties. Lobster and king prawns are served for dinner.
Without breaking the sequence, other countries awaiting the New Year are Pakistan (+9), Armenia, Azerbaijan (+10).
In Armenia, the holiday is celebrated three times a year: March 21 (Amanor), August 11 (Navasard) and January 1. These days, relatives and friends give each other gifts, tell fortunes and gather around a rich family table.
12 New Year is celebrated in Greece, Romania, Turkey, Israel, Finland.
13 in Belgium, Italy, France, Hungary, Sweden.
14 in UK, Portugal.
16 in stunning Brazil.
17.30-20.30 in different areas of Canada and the USA.
23 in Alaska.
24 in the Hawaiian Islands.
Residents of the independent city will be the last to celebrate the New Year island state Samoa, at this time on Christmas Island it will already be January 2nd!
All countries of the world celebrate the New Year in different ways. But for everyone this day is the most special and most magical. It represents the opportunity to leave all the bad things in the past and gives hope for happiness!
This year Moscow is the best decorated for the winter holidays! The traditional GUM fair took place on Red Square. Outwardly, it is almost no different from its predecessors from last year, even the attributes are the same. The only thing is that they added festive retro cards to the design, which GUM is decorated with this year.
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The tradition of decorating non-coniferous trees on Red Square also continues. Unusual and wonderful. 2| Nikolskaya street is the most a nice place
in New Year's Moscow! Probably even the street itself thinks that this is just a Christmas dream)
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People stand in front of the decorations as if in front of a stage, many cannot hide their delight. The most popular phrase on Nikolskaya: “Like in Europe!” (although many European cities are decorated much more modestly). In second place is the question: “Is this really Moscow?”
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The entire street has been turned into a festive light corridor. True, from the side of Lubyanka the decorations look more modest than from the side of Red Square.
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Decorations on Tretyakovsky Proezd have been traditional for a couple of years now. What’s new is that the security guards have learned not to fuss about the tripod and now do not equate it with “a spy attribute of competitors of the stores presented here.” How can you not believe in miracles after this?
Last year, one barrier boss tried to prohibit me from filming with a tripod. He was, of course, sent politely. He didn’t calm down, he even called the police. He was sent a second time, this time to the police.
Maybe the security guards at White Square aren’t so strange now either? And then they also looked at the tripod as a weapon.
6| Ice slide on Revolution Square. Alas, today it melted a little and was already closed.
11| 7| Fair on Manezhnaya Square. Great place!
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This is the second year a huge ball has appeared on Manezhka. Unlike its predecessor, it now shimmers in different colors.
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As before, you can go inside. They say the ball makes wishes come true
Grand Theatre
wearing a crown!
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24| Fountain.
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The second most beautiful place in the center after Nikolskaya!
In terms of the scale of the celebration, it is extremely difficult for other cities to compete with New York: millions of people annually gather in the square to listen to performances by famous musicians and watch the traditional descent of a huge crystal ball. All this comes with free food and unlimited drinks. If you manage to get to such a celebration, you are guaranteed to get the most vivid emotions!
Rio de Janeiro
Rio is famous for its carnivals, beaches and immaculate sand, as well as magnificent mountain views. On New Year's Eve, huge parties are held here, attracting up to two million people. There is also a traditional religious festival where people throw flowers into the water to ensure good luck for the next year. Everything is accompanied by music, dancing, champagne. It is customary to dress in white, which also brings good luck. At midnight, colorful fireworks are launched from ships at sea.
Las Vegas
On New Year's Eve there are practically no cars in this city - the street with popular casinos is closed to traffic and turns into a platform for street parties, live musical performances, and a laser show. Already at six in the evening people begin to gather. All bars and hotels offer variety of entertainment and shows, and at midnight fireworks are launched from seven rooftops of tall buildings. If you want to have fun like never before, head to Vegas!
Sydney
Sydney is one of the first capitals in the world to celebrate New Year's Eve, and it's also the city that hosts the most incredible fireworks display over the bay. It emphasizes the beauty of the bridge and the Opera building (main photo), reflected in the water surface. Everything is accompanied by air shows, parades of illuminated boats and other events. Try to book your ticket in advance or reserve a table at a restaurant with a view because Sydney is extremely popular.
Bangkok
Bangkok isn't just a destination, it's a place where you can choose from a whole range of New Year's Eve options. The most popular solution is central square, where people gather to watch a light show and concert. Some cafes and restaurants offer tables on the roof with excellent views. You can drink champagne and watch the fireworks as thousands of people count down the seconds.
Paris
This is a unique city of romance, which becomes even more beautiful on New Year's Day, when Eiffel Tower put on a light show. If you prefer something a little more private, you can go for a gourmet dinner at the restaurant. There are dances in the streets with champagne and chocolate.
Los Angeles
Los Angeles offers exclusive Hollywood parties with music, food, comedy shows and more. In addition, there are many clubs here that are also worthy of attention.
Miami
Miami has the best clubs and is incredibly warm. If you want to celebrate New Year on the beach, this is your choice.
Reykjavik
The beautiful Icelandic city is decorated with lights on New Year's Eve. Local residents are sure that this helps burn away the problems of the past year. They sing and gather around bonfires, and at midnight there are fireworks.
Dubai
Where else to enjoy the holiday if not at tall building in the world! Admire the luxurious Burj Khalifa as it hosts a magnificent fireworks display.
On New Year's Eve, Moscow is transformed. Festive installations are being installed in the center and other areas of the city, the streets are decorated with various decorative elements, and colorful lighting appears on the facades of buildings. We will tell you where to go for a walk and what to see in New Year's Moscow and list the most beautiful places in Moscow for the 2020 New Year.
These days, thousands of people come to the main square of the country to admire the beautiful ancient buildings located here. The square complex includes the Spasskaya Tower, St. Basil's Cathedral, the monument to Minin and Pozharsky, Lobnoye Mesto, Lenin's Mausoleum, GUM, and the Historical Museum.
On the territory of the Moscow Kremlin there are also many beautiful buildings: Assumption, Annunciation and Archangel Cathedrals, Great Kremlin and Senate Palaces, Palace of Facets, etc.
At the end of December, an ice skating rink and a traditional fair open on Red Square, where you can buy New Year and Christmas souvenirs and food for the holiday table. A large Christmas market took place at the transition from Manezhnaya Square to Revolution Square.
And on Manezhnaya Square itself they installed one of the capital’s largest Christmas trees. The height of the green beauty is 22 m, and more than 3 km of garlands and 3,500 Christmas tree decorations were needed to decorate it.
Where to go for a walk in Moscow during the New Year holidays 2019-2020?
In the center of the capital, pedestrian zones are opening where street celebrations take place. Theatrical and musical performances are held right under open air- on Tverskaya Street, Chistoprudny Boulevard, at VDNKh, in the park named after. Gorky, Kolomenskoye, on Poklonnaya Hill, Vorobyovy Gory and other sites.
Concerts are held on Red Square, Lubyanka Square and other city venues, in which famous artists take part.
During the New Year holidays, the capital traditionally hosts the Journey to Christmas festival. At the end of 2019 - beginning of 2020 it will be held from December 13 to January 12. Here you will find many interesting performances, exciting master classes and game programs for children, delicious treats and original souvenirs.
The main venues of this festival are located in Novopushkinsky Square, on Tverskoy Boulevard, Tverskaya Square, in Kamergersky Lane, in Klimentovsky Lane, on Manezhnaya Square, on Revolution Square, on Rozhdestvenka Street, on New Arbat Street.
Let's list other places in Moscow where you should go for a walk on New Year's Eve. The pedestrian Arbat, where many picturesque places are located, is also transformed on New Year’s days. historical buildings, several restaurants, monuments and entertainment venues. Among the popular tourist routes China Town invariably enters.
Where else can you take a walk around New Year's Moscow? If you prefer walking around a winter city accompanied by a guide, go on excursions that will focus on... famous places and the people of the capital. You can also visit them during the New Year holidays 2020 as part of the “Walking around Moscow” project.
These excursions are conducted by enthusiasts who passionately love their city. Among them are not only historians, but also art historians, journalists, translators, directors and architects. The schedule of excursions can be found on the project website moscowwalking.ru
The most beautiful places in Moscow for New Year 2020
On Nikolskaya, Ilyinka and Varvarka there are the ancient chambers of the Romanov boyars, the Old English Courtyard, Gostiny Dvor, as well as church buildings: the Iverskaya Chapel, the Church of Barbara the Great Martyr, the Epiphany Monastery and other beautiful places in the capital. Visit other Moscow churches and temples, including the Cathedral of Christ the Savior, Novodevichy and Danilovsky monasteries.
Visit the Sparrow Hills, which offers magnificent views of the capital. And you can look at Moscow from observation deck The Empire Towers in the complex of recently erected Moscow City skyscrapers, made in futuristic design, are another of the capital’s attractions.
Where else can you go in Moscow for the 2020 New Year? A lot of entertainment awaits visitors to city parks - Sokolniki, Kuzminki, Tagansky, Northern Tushino, Lianozovsky, Fili, Izmailovsky, Perovsky, Krasnaya Presnya, Babushkinsky, the Hermitage Garden, etc.
Decorative Christmas trees will be installed here, performances will be held with the participation of Father Frost and the Snow Maiden, games and competitions for children and adults, master classes will be held on making Christmas tree toys and other elements of New Year's decor, and preparing dishes for the festive table.
One of popular places VDNKh has become a place of recreation for the townspeople, where numerous exhibition pavilions, fountains, cafes, and concert venues are located on a large park area. In days winter holidays Europe's largest ice skating rink opens here artificial ice, 4,500 people can be on it at the same time. Here you can also go tubing down a seven-meter slide, ride a dog sled, ride children's snowmobiles and ATVs.
Among the most beautiful places in the capital on new year holidays in 2020, of course, this also includes the capital’s museum-reserves. Among them is the Kolomenskoye estate, the complex of which includes ancient churches, including the Church of the Ascension of the Lord, which is included in the list cultural heritage UNESCO, the church-bell tower of St. George the Victorious. The water-cocking tower and two stone entrance gates, the fence of the Sovereign's courtyard and the Sytny courtyard have been preserved here. The museum also displays wooden buildings from various regions of Russia. This is one of the most scenic spots capital Cities.
In Izmailovo, the family estate of the Romanov family, there is the Intercession Cathedral, a beautiful bridge tower, a 19th-century fountain, the Silver-Grape Pond, etc. It is also magnificent, built by order of Catherine II palace and park ensemble Tsaritsyno, which includes the Bazhenov palaces, the Bread House, gates and bridges, Grand Palace and a park.
It was not for nothing that the Kuskovo estate was once called the Versailles of the Moscow region - it was so similar to a garden French kings. The estate, which once belonged to the Sheremetyev counts, preserves a palace, a greenhouse, a church, a bell tower, pavilions and numerous sculptures, a luxurious garden with gazebos; The entrance and exit points are decorated with figures of sphinxes.
Where else can you go in Moscow for a New Year's walk? In winter, about 1.5 thousand skating rinks with artificial and natural ice, both paid and free, will operate in the capital. Among the most popular are the skating rinks in the park named after. Gorky, Kolomenskoye Park, Ostankino, VDNKh and others. You can go here with your loved one or friends and have fun with the whole family.
Scale, grandeur and mass participation - this is the type of event the capital offers during the New Year holidays, where everyone will find entertainment to their liking.
When it comes to celebrating the New Year, everyone chooses their own way to celebrate this holiday. Some sit at home in front of the TV, others rush around the world, trying to get as many impressions as possible on this day.
In this article we will figure out where to go to Europe for the New Year holidays. There are many places in Europe where you can celebrate this bright holiday. Everyone wants bright memories to remain after the New Year. Therefore, I have selected for you the most interesting options for cities and hotels that will help create an atmosphere of magic and fun. After all, the main night of the year.
In all European cities, New Year celebrations are approximately the same. I will try to highlight the distinctive features of each option. And also hello to the options for air tickets, I will advise good hotels and tours to Europe for New Year holidays 2018. Go!
New Year holidays in Europe – where to go?
London, Great Britain
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Why?
London looks especially magical during the New Year. The whole city shimmers with festive lights. If you like England, then it’s time to decide to celebrate the New Year there.
Things to do?
If you decide to ring in the New Year in London, visit London Wonderland in Hyde Park or book a table at a club/bar/restaurant to enjoy delicious food and great music. Be sure to watch the Queen's Parade - a real three-hour extravaganza that runs along the Thames. Usually about 300,000 people and 10,000 artists and musicians gather here.
Watch the New Year's fireworks from the famous London Eye. Count down the strikes to midnight with Big Ben. Sing "Auld Lang Syne" with the crowd. Stroll along the Victoria Embankment and Waterloo and Westminster Bridges.
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Ibiza, Spain
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Why?
Where in Europe it’s warm on New Year’s Day is Ibiza. The average daytime temperature is +17 degrees Celsius. The island of Ibiza is famous for its wild nightlife. If you like warmth, club life and dancing until the morning, then Ibiza is the best choice for you.
Things to do?
Celebrate the New Year at Ibiza's most famous nightclub, Pacha. Keep your eyes, mouth and ears wide open, you're in for a very fun holiday at this place.
If you suddenly want luxury and quiet solitude with your family, head to Hacienda Na Xamena Spa Hotel, here you can just relax and enjoy life, everything else will be done for you.
Where to stay?
Dubrovnik, Croatia
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Why?
Dubrovnik is one of the less obvious places in Europe where you can celebrate the New Year, but no less wonderful. People most often come here in the summer and ignore it winter time, very in vain!
Things to do?
If you want to get really drunk and have fun on New Year's Eve in Dubrovnik, then go to the Latin American clubs Fuego, Capitano or Revelin.
If you want to plunge into the flow of celebrating people, then go to the streets of Stadun and Old city Dubrovnik (Big Dubrovnik old Town Street). Sit back and listen to a wonderful concert of Croatian bands. Of course. There will be fireworks.
Where to stay?
Barcelona, Spain
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Why?
New Year's Eve in Barcelona is not for the faint of heart. Celebrations and festivals here begin at 21:00. You can walk the streets, listen to music, watch performances, drink and eat various delicacies. Barcelona is another place where you will be warm for the New Year, with an average of +15 degrees.
Things to do?
New Year is celebrated here with great pomp and the holiday is called Nochevieja. All the fun starts at Montujic’s Magic Fountain. Both locals and tourists from all over the world gather here to count the chimes together and celebrate the New Year. There are also very beautiful fireworks here.
New Year in Paris, France
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Why?
Paris for the New Year offers the widest range of New Year's parties for every taste. If you want to visit one of the most best places to celebrate the New Year - feel free to go to Paris. New Year's Paris is beautiful, just look at the Cathedral on the Champs Elysees.
Things to do?
If you want some variety on New Year's Eve, then you've come to the right place. Cruise on the Senna and sightseeing with a delicious lunch at Bistro Parisien, champagne and a colorful show at Crazy horse, beautiful Bluebells girls from Lido de Paris and much, much more. Whatever way you choose to celebrate the New Year in Paris, it will definitely be memorable.
Where to stay?
A special choice for a special day is Eiffel villa Garibaldi.
Madeira, Portugal
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Why?
If you want something more exotic, then head to the Madeira Islands. They look very elegant in holidays. And celebrating the New Year on the island is a completely special feeling. In addition, Madeira is also warm, on average +18.
Things to do?
The Madeira Islands are known for their sales in December and many people come here for shopping. New Year's fireworks look very beautiful from the islands. Here, the New Year begins to be celebrated slowly from the beginning of December until the twelfth night (greetings from Catholic Christmas). The entire island is beautifully decorated and there are concert programs everywhere you look. The Madeira Islands are a place where you should stay longer, and not just for one night.
Berlin, Germany
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Why?
Vienna, Austria
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Why?
Vienna is traditionally considered one of best cities Europe to celebrate the New Year.
Things to do?
Residents of Vienna gather in the city center for the New Year to walk the “New Year’s Path” or “Silvesterpfad”. The party starts at 14:00, people slowly pour out into the street and refuel with hot mulled wine and caramel apples.
At midnight the Pummerin bell rings from the tower of St. Stephen's Cathedral and the first fireworks are set off over Prater park.
The famous “palace on rails” - the Majestic Imperator train invites you to celebrate the change of year in luxurious style with a gourmet dinner and tie at midnight on the Danube bridge, offering a wonderful view of the city and fireworks.
For a more relaxed New Year's Eve, head towards the Town Hall to watch the New Year's Eve concert projected on the big screen.
The main thing is to eat at least a little “Glücksschwein” or “good luck pig”. Pork on a festive night is sold in all types and forms.
Be sure to eat some Glücksschwein, or good luck pigs, which you'll find in every form, from suckling pig to pig marzipan. New Year's Vienna will delight and surprise you.
Istanbul, Türkiye
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Why?
At the very least, you don’t need to worry about a Schengen visa. Türkiye is an unusual representative of Europe and the New Year can be celebrated here in a completely special way. The weather in Istanbul on New Year is also quite warm, about 7 degrees above zero.
Things to do?
Istanbul also changes for the New Year. Start your evening with a traditional Turkish lunch at Bebek or Istiklal Caddesi, where the celebrations take place in a relaxed and pleasant atmosphere. Then join the cheering crowd at Taksim Square, Istikul Street or in the Faith area, where revelers organize impromptu street parties. The best view is from the Golden Horn.
If noisy parties are not your thing, then you can take a river cruise along the Bosphorus and watch the celebrations from afar, passing by the city. But you will have the best position to watch the fireworks at midnight.
Where to stay?
Prague, Czech Republic
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Why?
Prague is another one great option for those who want to celebrate the New Year in Europe and are looking for where to go inexpensively. Many Russians like to celebrate the New Year in Prague. Besides, it's not far. In Prague on New Year's Eve there is a very dramatic (in a good way) atmosphere. You have many options for where to start celebrating.
Things to do?
New Year's Prague will delight you with a variety of opportunities. There are many good clubs, bars and restaurants. You can start the holiday on a jazz cruise along the river, or you can join the city residents in Old Town Square. You can go to some beautiful place, such as Lesser town, Petrin hill or Prague castle. At midnight, the most interesting thing is in the main square.
In Prague there is a cute tradition of breaking champagne bottles, sometimes on your head; if you want to participate, bring a helmet.
Gdansk, Poland
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Why?
New Year's in Gdansk is a lot of fun. You should definitely come here if you love food. In Gdansk they believe that the more you eat, the better your next year will be.
Things to do?
Of course, have a good meal at Wigilia, and then go and get really drunk at Skwer Kosciuszki, and then have a good dance at the Walrus club.
The most festive streets of the city are Dluga and Pl. Teatralna.
Where to stay?
Amsterdam, Netherlands
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Why?
Amsterdam is often called the city of love, and if you want to celebrate the New Year in a romantic setting, then this is a great choice.
Things to do?
New Year's Amsterdam surprises. In addition to organized festivities in in public places Like Rembrandtplein, Nieumarkt, Museumplein and Dam Square, Amsterdam has many impromptu "chamber" parties that you can join. And if you want to celebrate the New Year in a crowd of joyful people, then you should go to the above streets.
Of course, it won’t be complete without festive fireworks. Most best view traditionally from bridges, when you can see the lights not only in the sky, but also their reflection on the water surface.
Grab a glass of champagne and local delicacies from the street vendors, and make a wish with everyone as the chimes strike. And then go to any bar, club or restaurant to continue the celebration.
Stockholm, Sweden
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Why?
Christmas in Sweden is celebrated in a very calm atmosphere, but on New Year's Eve in Stockholm they have a blast.
Things to do?
Despite the fact that the Swedes northern country, they still prefer to celebrate the New Year on the street. Therefore, eat delicious seafood in some good restaurant, and then go towards Skansen to see the most New Year's Stockholm. The New Year has been traditionally celebrated here since 1895. At midnight, some famous Swede will read the poem “Ring Out, Wild Bells” to the accompaniment of fireworks.
After midnight, after walking around, drinking champagne and hugging Swedes, go to a club or bar. As a rule, they work until 3 – 4 am.
If you want to celebrate the New Year in peace and romance, head to Lake Malaren.
When you have free time, go see the local City hall, Sodermalm, Fjallgatan and Monteliusvagen, they really deserve attention.
Where to stay?
Reykjavik, Iceland
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Why?
On New Year's Eve, daylight in Reykjavik lasts only 4 hours, which means locals happily illuminate everything around them with bonfires, bright lanterns and garlands. What turns New Year's Reykjavik into a fairy-tale town.
Things to do?
Light bonfires with the locals as a symbol of burning away the troubles of the old year. There is no official part of the holiday and fireworks are set off by local residents. On New Year's Eve, about 200,000 people take to the streets and half an hour before midnight the sky is colored with lights.
For the best vantage point, head to Perlan or Landakotskirkja Church.
After the festivities, many go to clubs and bars. Because Icelanders leave home to celebrate the New Year relatively late, and then celebrate until the morning. If you wait until 5 a.m., you'll see locals lining up to drink up their hangovers and snack on hot dogs. Many people go to hot springs to improve their health.
Helsinki and Lapland, Finland
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Why?
The world's most popular Santa Claus lives in Finland. It is here that the atmosphere of the New Year's miracle is felt very clearly. If you want to celebrate the New Year with children, then choose Finland.
Things to do?
First, decide on the location of the celebration: Helsinki or Lapland?
The main holiday of the country takes place in Helsinki, on Senate Square. Local residents gather here to drink champagne, listen to the mayor’s congratulatory speech, watch a festive concert and tell fortunes on small tin horseshoes.
In Finland, fireworks are allowed for only 8 hours, so the Finns have a blast, coloring the sky with colorful lights and the air with pops and the smell of gunpowder.