There are plenty holidays in Russia, but my favorite one is New Year’s Day.
The celebration of the holiday begins at 12 o’clock AM on 31st of
December.
First of all, I like it because it is celebrated during winter vacations and
when I think of this holiday, I always remember all the things that I've done
during this time. I have a lot time to sleep and to walk with my friends. There
are a lot of interesting and funny programs, famous comedies and concerts on TV
on the New Year’s Eve.
We always begin to celebrate New Year’s Day in a very good mood. First of
all, we light colored lamps on our decorated New Year’s Tree and have a late
dinner that usially consists of very delicious courses like salats, fried fish
or meed, cakes, and, of cause, champagne.
Sometimes we just watch TV till the clock strikes 12, and then we go out for
a walk to visit our friends and relatives and to watch beatiful fireworks in
the centre of our town.
On New Year everybody gives and gets presents, and like this tradition very
much. People become very kind and friendly on this day, because it is a great
holiday. Everything outside seems very nice, every home, every shop and
building becomes beautiful because, people want to make their home and place of
work more bright. At home we all stay up until midnight and much later.