The first day of the year is known as the 's Day. In the contemporary times the New Year's Day is the 1st of January. This day marks the woes and worries of the passing year and rings in our mind the prophesy of prosperous times. According to the Roman calendar it was first observed on 1st of March. But later in 153 B.C. it came to be fixed on 1st of January.

's Day is also marked by some great events all around the world.

An extra round of football matches is played on this day
In the United States of America the Tournament of Roses is held followed by the Rose Bowl football game.
In Austria, Vienna concert is held.
The Mummers Parade is held on Broad Street in Philadelphia.
The tradition of people plunging into the cold water on 's Day is observed in many northern hemisphere cities near bodies of water.

New Year's Day is also an occasion to make resolutions which they hope will be fulfilled in the coming year, especially that of tobacco chewing, liquor intake or loosing weight. Southeast Asians release birds and turtles free to assure themselves good luck in the coming year. Jewish people consider the day sacred, and hold a religious ceremony at a meal with special dishes. Hindus of India leave shrines next to their beds, so they can see beautiful objects at the start of the which are supposed to bring good luck.. Japanese prepare rice cakes at a social event the week before the New Year to mark their celebration of the New Year on the New Year's Day.

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