First country to see new year

The first country to see the New Year is typically considered to be Kiribati, a small island nation in the Pacific Ocean. Kiribati is located just west of the International Date Line, which means that it is one of the first places on Earth to see the sunrise on January 1st.

In fact, the island of Kiritimati (also known as Christmas Island), which is part of Kiribati, is often referred to as the "first country to see the New Year". This is because it is located at a longitude of 150°25′W, which is one of the earliest longitudes to see the sunrise on January 1st.

On December 31st, people in Kiribati gather on the beaches and in public spaces to watch the sunrise and celebrate the start of a new year. The celebrations typically involve traditional music, dance, and food, as well as fireworks and other festivities.

It's worth noting that other countries, such as Baker Island and Howland Island, which are also part of the United States Minor Outlying Islands, are also among the first to see the New Year. However, Kiribati is generally considered to be the first country to see the sunrise on January 1st.