Danes have a Danish ritual of smashing plates against their neighbours’ doors to bring good luck.
In South American countries, it is believed that wearing colourful underwear will bring love, wealth, and peace in the coming year.
In Naples and many other parts of Italy, old furniture is thrown out of galleries. It symbolises a new start to the upcoming year.
The Argentines throw their old papers and documents out of the window, which symbolises moving ahead, leaving the past where it is.
In Romania, on New Year's, farmers spend their time talking to their animals, as it is considered a symbol of good luck.
You will be shocked to know that in Ecuador, scarecrows of famous people are set on fire on New Year's Eve.
People in Japan welcome the New Year by ringing 108 bells to ward off evil. It is believed that this way, one is cleared of sins.
It is believed in Spain that eating 12 grapes brings good luck in the New Year.