New Year

New Year is one of the most popular holidays in KazakhstanThe unique geographical location of the country affects many areas of activity of Kazakhstan. For example, Kazakh holidays combine European and Eastern elements, a sign of the rich history of the Kazakh people.

New Year is one of the most popular holidays in Kazakhstan. Its popularity is comparable to the celebration of Christmas in the West. Santa Claus is known as Santa Claus. He has a granddaughter, Snow Maiden.

The New Year celebration traditionally begins to be celebrated in the evening of December 31.

In cities and villages, mass festivities are held around the decorated Christmas tree in the mandatory accompaniment of Santa Claus and Snow Maiden. Since there is no New Year without snow, there are no New Year towns without towers and fabulous figures sculpted from snow and ice. And what a walk without sledging, drawn by three horses, fun contests, gifts and delicious treats.

And as is already customary, under the chimes, everyone congratulates each other on the New Year, wishing new successes and victories in the coming year.