New-year traditions are different, and to join them better in their homeland. Therefore, for those who dream on New Year's Eve to eat the chimes of twelve happy grapes, it is better to go to Portugal for this. It is said that it is with this combination of circumstances that New Year's magic will necessarily happen and the desired desire will come true.

The cities of Portugal are decorated much more generously for the New Year than in the rest of Europe. The main Christmas tree of Lisbon, for example, is listed in the Guinness Book of Records thanks to its abundant decoration. Garlands of countless multicolored light bulbs make it magical and unforgettable. Not only the central streets are adorned, everything that can be decorated for the New Year.

In addition, the Portuguese zealously observe the culinary New Year traditions. In the New Year's Eve, families gather at a large table, where there is always a salted cod, sweet port and vine - a symbol of fertility and a happy family life.
New Year in Madeira

When the New Year is celebrated, the Portuguese take to the streets, then this is where the real fun begins. The most populous places are the main square of Lisbon and the whole ocean coast of the country. The beaches are equipped with recreation areas, which are also decorated with lights and garlands, and on New Year's Eve, the lights of numerous fireworks are added to this.

The enchanting show is arranged on New Year's Eve and on Madeira Island . The festivities begin at 8 pm, and at the time of the New Year from 10 points of the island a 10-minute fireworks display is arranged . The spectacle is so colorful that even cruise ships adjust their schedule so that on the night of January 1 they are close to Madeira . To spend the first days of attack This year it will be possible to have wonderful local beaches that provide a lot of opportunities for a variety of entertainment . Those who are not afraid of 17-degree water will not miss the opportunity to swim in the ocean .

In general, the New Year's Eve in a fun the company to the sound of ocean waves and the roar and the flickering lights of the fireworks will remain in your memory for a long time, no matter in which region of the country this happens.

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