As in Many Other Countries, the Germans Celebrate Silvester with Fireworks, Champagne, and Boisterous Social Gatherings. Making Noise Is Key: the Ruckus of Fireworks, Firecrackers, Drums, Whip-Cracking and Banging Kitchen Utensils Has Been Driving Away Evil Winter Spirits Since the Days of the Germanic Teutons.
How Is Sylvester Celebrated in Germany?
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As in Many Other Countries, the Germans Celebrate Silvester with Fireworks, Champagne, and Boisterous Social Gatherings. Making Noise Is Key: the Ruckus of Fireworks, Firecrackers, Drums, Whip-Cracking and Banging Kitchen Utensils Has Been Driving Away Evil Winter Spirits Since the Days of the Germanic Teutons.
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