Презентация "The New Year in England"

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  The New Year in England
  

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  The emergence of the holiday
  New Year in United Kingdom is celebrated on January 1, the first day of the first month as per the Gregorian Calendar. This day was officially declared as New Year's Day in 1752.
  

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  The long-awaited holiday
  New Year is the much awaited celebration for the people of UK. They love to enjoy each and every minute of the going year.
  

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  New Year Traditions in Britain
  A very old custom of 'first footing' is still followed in Britain with sincerity. It is said that the first male visitor to the house on the New Year's day brings good luck.
  

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  The gifts
  At some places, there is a tradition of gifting the holy mistletoe. It is believed to bring prosperity for the recipient.
  

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  The tradition
  Another tradition which is popularly celebrated is the "burning of the bush". It symbolizes burning of all past events.
  

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  The Father Christmas
  Father Christmas now wears a bright red robe, not unlike other Santa Claus. In Victorian and Tudor times he wore only a bright green suit and a green cloak, trimmed with white fur.
  

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  The gifts Santa Claus
  Before going to sleep, the children put on a plate for gifts that will bring Santa Claus and shoes put hay - a feast for the donkey.
  

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  The New Year
  

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  Thank you for your attention