We have round up a few unique New Year's eve traditions around the world from eating 12 grapes before midnight, releasing 1000 lanterns, dropping a dollop of ice cream, smashing plates to consuming soba noodles. Can you name which countries each tradition represent? Scroll down to find out. 

Spain
Each year, Spaniards engage in the annual tradition of eating one grape for every toll of the clock at midnight. The 12 grapes consumed are meant to represent good luck for each month of the year. Some even prepare their grapes by peeling and seeding beforehand to ensure they are easy to consume. The tradition is believed to have originated at the turn of the 20th century in the southern part of the country where makers of wine worked to boost demand for grapes in the winter.

Indonesia
It is a common tradition among tourists to visit Sikunir Hill in Dieng, Central Java to celebrate Christmas and New Years. The highlight of the entire event is the 1000 Lantern Festival, where spectators release 1000 lanterns into the evening sky. Over 3000 tourists from all over the world attended the event. The sight of the golden lanterns against the dark sky creates a tranquil atmosphere that leaves you in awe.

Switzerland
In celebratory of the New Year, the Swiss channel good luck, wealth and abundance by dropping a dollop of ice cream on the floor at midnight. They also line up the streets in colorful costumes and perform symbolic ceremonies intended to chase away bad spirits.

Colombia
To bring fortune and prosperity to those who participate, partygoers in Colombia carry empty suitcases at midnight in hopes of inducing a year of travel. They also bear money in hand to attract financial security and stability in the coming year. Lentils are believed to bring luck and affluence, so many bake them into their rice or carry them in their pockets.

The Netherlands
The Dutch New Year’s traditions are marked with fireworks and incredible explosions for hours at a time. Another Dutch New Year’s tradition is consuming oliebollen “oil balls”, bite-sized balls of fried dough dipped in powdered sugar sold on street corners and shopping centers. To top the night off, swimmers jump into the freezing waters of the North Sea to celebrate the New Year.

Denmark
The Danish celebrates the New Year by smashing plates and old dishes. They save their unused dinnerware and affectionally shatter them against doors of their families and friends as a way to ward off bad spirits.

Japan
Oshugatsu, the Japanese New Year is one of the most important holidays in Japan. On New Year’s Day, the Japanese wear traditional kimonos, consume soba noodles to signify longevity. Children receive otoshidama, which are small gifts with money inside.