| About New Year’s Day |
| New Year’s Day is the first day of the New Year. According to Gregorian calendar the New Year is celebrated on January 1 of every year in almost every country. The celebration of the New Year is the oldest of all holidays. It was first observed in Babylon about 4000 years ago. The beginning of spring is a logical time to start a New Year. January 1st has no astronomical or agricultural significance. Irrespective of the country, religion and traditions this day is celebrated. All countries which use Gregorian calendar as the main calendar except Israel celebrate this day as public holiday. This day is a common holiday for most of the world. For this day people purchase new garments. On this day they exchanged gifts among the dear and near ones. They decorate houses also. At midnight, people wish each other “Happy New Year” and celebrate it with lavish feasts and music.
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