Persian New Year

Persian New Year, also called Nowruz and Norouz is a Zoroastrian holiday that usually occurs on the first day of Spring. The holiday recalls the Astronomical times of Iran. The Persian New Year celebrates the Spring season which has been celebrated for at least three thousand years. This holiday is celebrated in many countries including Iran, Iraq, India, Afghanistan, Tajikestan, Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, and Kyrgyzstan. On the first day of Nowruz, family members are gathering around a table waiting for the exact moment that Spring arrives. Then gifts are usually exchanged and then house visits are paid with the most senior family members.

1. Nowruz means "New Day"
2. Takes place on March 21
3. Celebration of life

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