VOICED: Pisans celebrate new year - in March

The video explores Pisa's unique New Year tradition, which begins on March 25th, highlighting its historical significance and revival in modern times. Pisa's past as a powerful city capable of imposing its own calendar is discussed, along with its entrepreneurial spirit. The video also humorously contrasts Pisa's New Year with the Mayan calendar's prediction of the world ending in 2012, noting that Pisa has already reached 2013, showcasing its independent spirit.

What is unique about Pisa's New Year celebration?

• It is celebrated with a large feast.

• It begins on March 25th at midday.

• It occurs at midnight on January 1st.

• It is marked by fireworks and parades.

Before the year 1000, how was Pisa compared to Rome?

• It was a small village.

• It was unknown.

• It was considered a second Rome.

• It was a rival city.

What does the revival of Pisa's calendar tradition signify today?

• A forgotten tradition.

• A challenge to the Gregorian calendar.

• A new global calendar system.

• A festive exercise and source of pride.

What does Pisa's entrepreneurial spirit suggest for Europe?

• It is a source of conflict.

• It is a model for innovation.

• It is irrelevant today.

• It is a historical curiosity.

How did Pisa humorously respond to the Mayan calendar's prediction?

• By predicting their own end of the world.

• By ignoring it completely.

• By adopting the Mayan calendar.

• By celebrating their survival past 2012.