Hungarian New Year Traditions: A Journey Through Customs, Food, and Festivities

by Patrick J. Lockwood

Hungarians have a rich tradition of celebrating New Year's Eve, known as Szilveszter. The festivities begin on December 31st and continue into the early hours of January 1st. Here are some of the most popular Hungarian New Year's traditions: Making noise to scare away evil spirits. This tradition dates back to pagan times when people believed that loud noises could drive away bad luck and misfortune. Today, Hungarians ring bells, blow whistles, and...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0CNS3PT1M
• ISBN13: 9798868400186
• Release Date: November 2023
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 42 Pages
• Weight: 0.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"