New Year - a holiday that is waiting with great anticipation and hopes of millions of people happy.For some, it is an occasion to gather the whole family for some - to see old friends, even some important customs and traditions.Feast of love around the world.What can we say about the people of Spain - emotional, hot, sensitive, cheerful.The tradition of the New Year in Spain can simply hit the ignorant man, unfamiliar with the culture of the country.Carnivals, parades, festivals and all kinds of events - a kind of a way of life for the population of this country, they can not live without fun.Is no exception and the New Year in Spain.Traditions and customs we now consider.
about holidays in general
winter period of carefree fun here begins December 25th.On this day, the Spaniards celebrate Christmas.Celebrations last for as long as 12 days before the Day of the Magi (January 6).Each of these dates has its own traditions.New Year in Spain waiting for adults and children, it's an occasion to have fun from the heart, not at home watching television, as is customary in our country, and in the streets.On this day, you will not fall into any theater or cinema, everything is closed.It is believed that everything possible should be on the streets.
tree or a flower?
Sometimes tradition of the New Year in Spain seem even a bit ridiculous.For example, we have this festival is associated with the Christmas tree - a beautiful, large, dressed up.However, many Spaniards do not perceive it as a symbol of evergreen miracle of the New Year.For this purpose, they have a flower - puansetiya (Flor de Navidad).The time of his flowering, usually falls on Christmas, and have a star-shaped bracts.Many people call it the "star of Bethlehem".Yes, do not be surprised, because we have just begun to discuss the tradition of the New Year in Spain.You will learn more and do not like.
Of course, such a love for puansetii does not mean that there are no trees.They are there in the homes and on the streets and the central square.Even if family or friends and going to the table that day, after the meal they just have to go out and meet the New Year there.In Spain, the tradition of these were largely due to the warm climate, otherwise they are unlikely to be maintained for many years.Well, who wants to freeze?
Where no Santa Claus?
In Spain, his name Olenttsero.He always dressed in national costume, which is sewn and decorated by hand certainly.It can not hardly ever seen without a flask of excellent local production of whiskey in his hand.New Year Traditions in Spain for children, of course, related to the bearded grandfather.He, too, brings gifts.That only leaves them unable to socks that are suspended from the fire, and under a beautiful tree, but in the usual windowsill.The festive morning kids right there are sweets, souvenirs and other pleasant things.
Festive table
respect to this part of the holiday tradition have special New Year's in Spain.Photos featured in this article will help you better feel the whole atmosphere, at least mentally to visit Spain in the solemnities.As we have said before going out onto the streets the people sit down at the banquet table is richly covered.For this holiday, and they cook traditional dishes and their favorite dishes.This melon appetizer with jamon and tartlets with various fillings.Tables are usually crammed with fish and seafood.Naturally, it is impossible to imagine a full-fledged holiday without mass sweets - biscuits with caraway seeds, cakes, almond cakes.Also on the table is simply obliged to be very bottle of quality wine, it is no wonder that Spain is famous all over the world winemaking.As you can see, with respect to a feast of lush and richly laid tables are very similar to our New Year's tradition in Spain.Briefly tell about all the delights of a holiday in the country is almost impossible.Still, we will try to describe the main, the most significant moments.
tradition of the New Year in Spain
In English, there is little talk, although in this day you can hear these greetings, songs.There is in these parts is another tradition that is alien to us.As you know, after the feast of home people are going to continue the fun on the streets.While some dancing and singing, while others are found in the church and for several hours, remember all the important events of the year.Then, a fun competition among the youth.They write on pieces of paper the names of all those present, throw them in a bag and pull in turn.Thus formed, "couples in love" to the whole New Year's Eve.Although it is a joke, but they all night should behave as if they love each other for a long time.
What happens at midnight?
Once the clock will mark the New Year, all gathered in the town square are beginning to embrace, kissing each other, congratulate, even some hand knacks complete strangers.It looks very nice and at the same time solemnly when complete strangers behave like relatives or best friends.After that, the real festivities begin with crackers, sparklers, dances, songs, fireworks.
12 grapes
This tradition is rooted in the distant past Spanish kings.If in the past year, the grape harvest in the country was very good, the King ordered his subjects to distribute it to all the streets all citizens in any quantity.Today, between the hours of strikes have 3 seconds, for which you have time to eat a grape, a total of 12 turns berries.Only you must spit out the bones to the point, when will the clock strike.Grapes for the Spaniards - a symbol of wealth, prosperity, well-being.He must be present at the festive table, in baskets of those who are sent to the area to have fun.That is, during the battle of hours can not be left without a rod in his hand - a bad omen.Even eating you celebrate the triumph of the restaurant, you will definitely be served at the right time 12 berries without branches in polyethylene.
red lingerie have to buy
This tradition was born recently in Spain.For the coming year has been successful in all respects, a festive night it is necessary to wear red underwear (briefs, suspenders, socks, and so on.).
What's interesting is happening?
If on the eve in the country you choose to go on a visit, be sure to grab a piece as a present a bottle of champagne and nougat.
If guests come to you, do not forget to prepare in advance special gifts - bags, which are called cotillion.As the content they need to put a festive paraphernalia - balloons, streamers, masks, musical horns, and so on.Open them only hours after the fight.It turns out that the owners of the house so guaranteed to get fun and noisy party.
