Celebrating the new year on the Greek island of Rhodes

Each January 1 year is celebrated with great joy and enthusiasm on the island of Rhodes. Rhodes people waiting for this day, because it is not only Protohronia (new year) for them, but also the day of St. Basil. Children of all ages are keen to get gifts from San Basilio. Rhodes has its own meaning of new year and many different traditions and celebrations are associated with it.

Celebrating the year new Rhodes provides the opportunity to show the culture and traditions of this place. All envelope Island, different celebrations and firework shows are organized. In order to make your special Rhodes holidays during the new year, preparations for this mega event starts in advance.

Vasilis:

When it comes to the island of Rhodes, there's always something interesting to every year. Here you can enjoy fabulous moments and pending to Rhodes vacation memories. People welcomes new year with greater joy. According to tradition, any boy or girl named Vasilis receives gifts and desires. Churches and monasteries named Vasilis plan special celebrations.

Eve of new year - cake Vassilopita:

Also known as the feast of St. Basil, cutting new year eve cake is one of the oldest traditions in Rhodes, Greece. A coin is placed inside the cake. The head of the House cut the cake and gives slices to all members of the family. Who gets the Division have currency is believed to have a lucky year. So don't forget to cut cake of eve of new year with your family during the holidays in Rhodes.

Games of chance:

Greeks believed that much of good fortune is associated with the new year. Therefore, people feel lucky bet. No matter win or lose, by maintaining the long game all day. The tradition, gather around a table covered with green felt and card game on it. Card playing and roll the dice has become more like a custom in Rhodes.

Filling of vessel:

As part of the ancient traditions of new year in Rhodes, people flushed a glass of water and then filled with fresh water.

Parties and other celebrations:

In order to greet the new year, many hotels and restaurants organize special new year parties. Similarly, celebrations take place in bars and cafés. Musical evenings and special gala evenings are organized. These parties begin in the middle of the night and last until morning.

New year carols:

New year carols are mandatory in Rhodes. Children visit homes in your neighborhood while singing Kalanda and welcome them with new year wishes. House owners give small gifts or money to these children.

Greetings and gifts:

New year gifts play a vital role in the new year celebrations. People used to greet the dear and exchange gifts with them. There are a number of songs on the eve of new year, people singing and devote to their next ladies and on this occasion.

Rhodes holiday promises great enjoyment opportunities especially in the new year. No matter you are coming with friends, family and couple or alone; This beautiful island will satisfy all your wishes on vacation and turn it into a wonderful year again for you.