NEW YEAR’S CELEBRATIONS ALL OVER THE WORLD
In the USA, what do people do after counting down from 10 to 0 on New Year's Eve?
Hug the person next to them
When does the Armenian New Year start?
Midnight on the 31st of December
When does Armenian Dzmer Pap bring presents?
31st December
What is the main activity people do during Vardavar?
Splash water
What is special about the Christmas pudding in England?
Each family has their personal recipe
What do Armenians do after celebrating and wishing a Happy New Year?
Visit their neighbors, relatives, and friends
What did Dzmer Pap used to leave instead of presents?
he left a note of 7 lines of advice
When is Vardavar celebrated?
In July
What do people in Spain eat at midnight on New Year's Eve
12 grapes
What kind of dishes do Armenian families prepare for New Year's?
Traditional Armenian dishes and new dishes from different cuisines
When did Armenians adopt Christianity as a state religion?
301 AD
What is the purpose of splashing water on each other during Vardavar?
To wish good luck and happiness
When do the Chinese celebrate their New Year's Eve?
February
Who do Armenians visit first on New Year’s Eve?
Close family members and parents
On which date do Armenians celebrate Christmas
6th January
What do people use to splash water during Vardavar?
Water balloons and water guns
In the Philippines, what do people do to allow good energy to enter the house on New Year's Eve?
Open all doors and windows
Where does the Armenian tradition of visiting relatives and friends at New Year come from?
From the old times when teenagers carried candles to bring light
What is brought from churches to homes during Armenian Christmas?
Holy Light
What do people do besides water fights during Vardavar?
Dance and sing