Echoes of Time: Ancient New Year’s Eve Traditions Around the World
4 min readDec 29, 2023
In the golden age of Classical Greece, there lived a man named Aristophus. Known for his wisdom and love for life, Aristophus was not only a philosopher but also a fervent celebrant of the passing of time. As the eve of the new year approached, Aristophus would gather with fellow citizens in the heart of Athens to honor the turning of the celestial wheel.