New Year's Eve Traditions Around The World

2023 is almost here, and people around the world are gearing up to celebrate in their own way. Like nearly all other festivals, New Year's eve comes with its own cultural twists and traditions.

Counting down the last minute of the year, popping open champagnes and cutting cakes are some of the common traditions. Here, we have rounded up some of the unique and offbeat New Year's eve traditions that are seen around the globe.

Throwing Plates- Denmark
While throwing old plates may not sound like a fun party idea, it is reportedly considered good luck. According to Glamour.com, the more broken kitchenware people accumulate on their doorstep, the better their luck.

The Gift of Food- Mexico
Food is a big part of Mexico's New Year's eve celebrations. Families gather to prepare a feast and tamales are a big part of it. A mix of meat, vegetables and a generous serving of cheese is stuffed inside corn dough and wrapped in a corn husk or banana leaf. Tamales are usually made in large quantities and shared with family and friends.

New Year's Eve in Cemeteries- Chile
Chilean people hold their New Year's masses in cemeteries instead of churches. According to bestlifeonline.com, this gives people a chance to welcome the New Year with the deceased members of their families. This tradition is largely followed in the Talca region, which is in central Chile.

Potatoes Under the Bed- Colombia
Colombian people have a New Year's eve tradition called Aguero, which is used to determine their fortune in the upcoming year. People place three potatoes under their bed -- one peeled, one with the peel, and one partially peeled. At midnight, everyone picks up a potato without looking to find out if they should expect financial struggle, good fortune, or a blend of both.

Onion On the Door- Greece
Like most New Year's eve traditions, Greece also has one that is believed to bring good luck. After the church service on New Year's eve, people hang an onion outside their homes. The tradition is connected to fertility and growth.