New Year’s Day in Latvia ― Date, History, and Details

New Year’s Day in Latvia

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History of New Year’s Day in Latvia and How to Celebrate/ Observe It

In Latvia, New Year’s Day is celebrated on January 1st. This holiday is known as Jaunais Gads, which means “new year” in Latvian. On this day, people exchange gifts and greetings with family and friends. They also make resolutions for the coming year. Common resolutions include quitting smoking, losing weight, and spending more time with family.