New Year 2011 – Celebrations in Full Swing
This new year is a beginning in more ways than one. Not only is it the start of another year but also another decade. It is the time for celebrations, merry making, music, dance, food, family time and gifts galore. New Year 2011 falls on a Saturday, a weekend and thus promises to be more exciting and celebratory an affair than any other.The dates differ from region to region and from culture to culture. The most commonly celebrated though is the Christian or Gregorian New Year which falls on January 1st every year.
The Widely Accepted New Year Date
Gregorian Calendar is a modification of the Julian Calendar established by the Roman Emperor, Julius Caesar in 46 BC. In 1582, Pope Gregory XIII of Rome, abolished Julian Calendar as it was slightly long and caused vernal equinox to drift backwards in the calendar year (January 1 to December 31). Gradually Gregorian Calendar gained acceptance in several countries across the world as it created a balance between seasons and calendar.
New Year Eve Celebrations of the Changing Times
Celebrations begin on New Year Eve on December 31st. Hotels, restaurants, clubs and pubs organize balls and parties. People sing, dance and make merry. Fun events and contests are also organized to entertain the crowd. As this celebration falls at the peak winter time in many countries bonfires are lit to keep the people warm. And just when the clock strikes the midnight hour, firecrackers are burst to welcome the advent of New Year. People greet each other with a Happy New Year with a warm hug to every one around them. With loved ones and friends at a distance people exchange greetings through SMSs and phone calls. No wonder, phone network see maximum traffic at this time.
A New Beginning - New Year Day
To mark this auspicious beginning, people wear fresh new clothes and clean up their house. Many prefer to spend this New Year Day in the company of their family members and dear ones. People also visit their friends and exchange New Year Gifts and greetings with them. Restaurants, multiplexes and malls experience a busy time on this occasion as many prefer to spend the day by watching movies and eating out with dear ones. There is also a trend of going out for picnics or to exotic tourist destinations to celebrate the day.
Resolutions - Promises Made to Oneself
One of the most popular custom is to make New Year Resolutions. The tradition is said to have been started by early Babylonians who resolved to start the Year with a clean state by returning borrowed farm equipment. Even in present times, people make promises for a better self, a promising future or for getting rid of old habits.
The Widely Accepted New Year Date
Gregorian Calendar is a modification of the Julian Calendar established by the Roman Emperor, Julius Caesar in 46 BC. In 1582, Pope Gregory XIII of Rome, abolished Julian Calendar as it was slightly long and caused vernal equinox to drift backwards in the calendar year (January 1 to December 31). Gradually Gregorian Calendar gained acceptance in several countries across the world as it created a balance between seasons and calendar.
New Year Eve Celebrations of the Changing Times
Celebrations begin on New Year Eve on December 31st. Hotels, restaurants, clubs and pubs organize balls and parties. People sing, dance and make merry. Fun events and contests are also organized to entertain the crowd. As this celebration falls at the peak winter time in many countries bonfires are lit to keep the people warm. And just when the clock strikes the midnight hour, firecrackers are burst to welcome the advent of New Year. People greet each other with a Happy New Year with a warm hug to every one around them. With loved ones and friends at a distance people exchange greetings through SMSs and phone calls. No wonder, phone network see maximum traffic at this time.
A New Beginning - New Year Day
To mark this auspicious beginning, people wear fresh new clothes and clean up their house. Many prefer to spend this New Year Day in the company of their family members and dear ones. People also visit their friends and exchange New Year Gifts and greetings with them. Restaurants, multiplexes and malls experience a busy time on this occasion as many prefer to spend the day by watching movies and eating out with dear ones. There is also a trend of going out for picnics or to exotic tourist destinations to celebrate the day.
Resolutions - Promises Made to Oneself
One of the most popular custom is to make New Year Resolutions. The tradition is said to have been started by early Babylonians who resolved to start the Year with a clean state by returning borrowed farm equipment. Even in present times, people make promises for a better self, a promising future or for getting rid of old habits.
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