Since ancient times, the New Year in Russia began in March, since 1942 it began to be celebrated on September 1. This holiday was called the First Day of the Year. It is interesting to know that since the reign of Peter the Great, the main traditions of this holiday have been preserved to the present day.
Instructions
Step 1
Until the 18th century, the celebration of the New Year began at 9 am - a solemn service was held on the cathedral square of Moscow, which was attended by the tsar in festive attire, generals, high officials, boyars, foreign guests and the common people. After the service, a festive meal was held, led by the king.
Step 2
In 1700, Peter the Great issued a decree on the celebration of the New Year on January 1 everywhere, as Europeans do. Forcibly, he forced the boyars and common people to decorate their houses and gates with spruce and pine branches and not remove them until January 7. On New Year's Eve, they fired from cannons and small guns, arranged fiery fun in honor of the coming year. The celebrations lasted for 7 days, Peter ordered to arrange entertainment in a European manner. The people drank alcohol, walked, had fun, led by the king and his entourage.
Step 3
In the 19th century, a series of balls and concerts were organized on New Year's. On January 1, for the main masquerade ball, the entrance to the Winter Palace was opened for everyone. Such an open ball was fun and interesting; the tsar also went out to congratulate the assembled people. People also celebrated the New Year at home, arranging family evenings with music and a variety of entertainment.
Step 4
In the 20th century, the New Year has become a truly traditional and favorite holiday for Russians. Spruce decoration with glass balls and toys on strings remained the main New Year's tradition. The arrival of the New Year was celebrated with salutes and fireworks. Western Santa Claus was Russified into the Russian Father Frost, who was later joined by the granddaughter of Snegurochka. In Soviet times, the New Year was celebrated with champagne, tangerines and all kinds of snacks. Firecrackers were fired in the street and saluted to the chimes. A few minutes before the New Year, the state leader congratulated the citizens of the country. The masquerade balls that existed in the Russian Empire in Soviet times were replaced by New Year's lights and family feasts.
