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Get ready to ring in the Persian New Year with Nowruz Bayram - a joyous celebration of spring, renewal, and new beginnings!
Get ready to celebrate the arrival of spring with Nowruz Bayram on March 21! This holiday is also known as Persian New Year and has been celebrated for over 3,000 years. It marks the first day of spring and is a time for new beginnings, renewal, and joyous celebrations with family and friends. From colorful decorations to delicious traditional dishes, this holiday is full of vibrant cultural traditions that will make you want to join in on the festivities. So get your dancing shoes ready and let's welcome the new season together!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>3000 B.C.</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Nowruz Origins</div><div class='timeline-text'>Nowruz originated in Persia (modern-day Iran) over 3,000 years ago as a Zoroastrian festival marking the New Year and the coming of spring.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>7th Century</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Nowruz Under Islam</div><div class='timeline-text'>After the Islamic conquest of Persia, Nowruz continued to be celebrated and gradually spread to neighboring regions.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>16th Century</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Nowruz in the Ottoman Empire</div><div class='timeline-text'>The holiday reached the height of its popularity in the Ottoman Empire during the 16th century, becoming a key component of courtly life.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1935</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Official Recognition in Iran</div><div class='timeline-text'>In 1935, Nowruz was officially recognized by the Iranian government and declared a national holiday.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2009</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>UN Recognition</div><div class='timeline-text'>The United Nations officially recognized March 21 as the International Day of Nowruz, celebrating the holiday's message of peace and solidarity.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2010</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Inscribed on the UNESCO list</div><div class='timeline-text'>UNESCO inscribed Nowruz on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, further acknowledging its global cultural significance.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend a Nowruz Bayram festival</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Find a local festival or event celebrating Nowruz Bayram and immerse yourself in the culture and traditions of this holiday.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Decorate your home with traditional symbols</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Decorate your home with items such as colored eggs, sprouted wheat grass, and the Haft-Seen table to bring good luck and blessings for the new year.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Cook a traditional Nowruz Bayram meal</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Try your hand at cooking a traditional dish for Nowruz Bayram, such as sabzi polo (herb rice) or ash-e-reshteh (noodle soup). Share it with friends and family to spread joy and celebrate together.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Join a Nowruz Bayram dance performance</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take part in a traditional dance performance, such as the circle dance known as the "sama" or the "chaharshanbe soori" fire jumping ritual.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Exchange gifts with loved ones</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>In the spirit of gift-giving during Nowruz Bayram, exchange small gifts with your loved ones to show appreciation and spread joy and love during this holiday.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It marks the beginning of spring</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>After a long winter, Nowruz Bayram brings feelings of renewal and hope as it welcomes the arrival of spring. This holiday is a reminder to embrace new beginnings and celebrate the beauty of nature.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It honors ancient traditions</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Nowruz Bayram has been celebrated for thousands of years by various cultures and religions, making it a truly special and historic holiday. It serves as a reminder to honor and appreciate our shared ancestry and heritage.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It brings people together</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Nowruz Bayram is a time for families and friends to gather and celebrate with delicious food, music, dancing, and storytelling. It's a joyous occasion that promotes unity, togetherness, and the strengthening of relationships.</p></div></div>
Nowruz Bayram is celebrated on March 21 every year. In 2024 Nowruz Bayram will occur on a Thursday.
2023
Mar 21
Tuesday
2024
Mar 21
Thursday
2025
Mar 21
Friday
2026
Mar 21
Saturday
2027
Mar 21
Sunday
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