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The History and Words of Auld Lang Syne

  • Dec 2011

Auld Lang Syne is a song which thrilled the soul of Robert Burns and is sung the world over at New Year.

Old Acquaintance

  • Dec 2010

The Scots are good at throwing parties - and Hogmanay is the biggest party on our calendars.

Hogmanay (HOG - MUH - NAY)

  • Nov 2010

The traditions of Scotland's unique New Years celebrations are examined here.

The beginnings of New Year

  • Dec 2009

The celebration of New Year is one of the oldest of all holidays, it was first observed in Babylon around 4000 years ago.

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