Kissing the beloved in midnight New Years Eve is a common tradition in Finland. It is practiced not only to share the New Year moment with the love but also to make sure that the love and affection remains persistent all through the year.
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At midnight of New Year's Eve the mayor of Helsinki (the capital of Finland) wishes people Happy New Year from the steps that lead to the Cathedral. Noisemaking and fireworks on New Year's Eve is believed to ward off evil spirits and bring good luck.
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