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One of the most significant annual events in the life of every Brazilian is, of course, the New Year. Especially vigorously and colorfully it is celebrated in Rio de Janeiro, on Copacabana Beach. During the celebration, people dressed in white and green try to attract good luck throwing white flowers into the ocean waters, hundreds of amazing fireworks are launched, candles on the beach are lit and wishes are made while jumping through the waves.

Some celebrants build small boats, in which they put flowers and other gifts - for example, fruits - and present this gift to the ocean. If the boat comes back, it means that the gift was not accepted by the ocean and you need to try again next year. This really ancient tradition existed long before the advent of Christianity. On New Year's Eve, it's important to eat at least a bit of lentil and seven raisins. Lentils symbolize strong health, while raisins attract wealth. If the first person a Brazilian meet after the New Year is of the opposite sex, it is a sign of good luck.

Christmas in Catholic Brazil is celebrated on December 25. Christmas celebration combines Portuguese, American and Mexican traditions. At the beginning of December, scenes of the birth of Christ are set in some houses, shopping centers, and other public places. These are houses with straw cradles symbolizing the birthplace of Jesus. There are theatricals on the life of a shepherd and his family. Children are waiting for good Papa Noel (Santa Claus) who brings beautifully packed gifts. On Christmas Eve, there are real feasts with fresh fruit, roast turkey, walnut pies, chocolate cakes, and lots of wine.
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