The New Year holiday is celebrated at different times. Here are three that are not celebrated on January 1.
Lunar New Year
Many Asian countries celebrate this holiday (above). Its date is based on the moon’s phases. It falls in late January or early February.
Puthandu
This is also called Tamil New Year. It is based on the Hindu solar calendar. It is celebrated in mid-April.
Songkran
Thai New Year happens in April. Festivals last for days. There is splashing water. It is said to wash away the past.
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