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Nowruz
The ancient Persian New Year, celebrated at the spring equinox.
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Festival Overview
What is Nowruz?
The ancient Persian New Year, celebrated at the spring equinox.
ReligionSecular & National
CategoryNew Year
Celebrated inIran, Afghanistan, Azerbaijan
Duration13 days
ReachIran, Central & South Asia
History, Origin & Significance
The Story Behind Nowruz
Nowruz is New Year's Day on the Iranian calendars, including the currently used Solar Hijri calendar. Historically, it has been observed by Iranian peoples, but is now celebrated by many Persianate cultures worldwide. It is a festival based on the Northern Hemisphere spring equinox, and thus usually coincides with a date between 19 March and 22 March on the Gregorian calendar.
Source: Wikipedia — Nowruz
At a Glance
Celebration & Rituals
13 days of celebration
Observances stretch across 13 days of rituals and gatherings.
Haft-sin table setting
The most recognisable custom of Nowruz.
Iran, Central & South Asia
Communities across 3 countries take part.
Sabzi polo ba mahi
A signature dish closely associated with the celebration.
Flavours of the Celebration
Food & Culture
No Nowruz celebration is complete without its signature dishes, shared with family and community throughout the festivities.
Sabzi polo ba mahiKuku sabziAjil nuts & dried fruit
Customs & Practices
Traditions
The customs practised during Nowruz vary by region, but these are the most widely recognised.
Haft-sin table settingSpring cleaningJumping over bonfires (Chaharshanbe Suri)
Duration
Nowruz Timeline
Day 1 — Opening · Mar 20, 2027
Haft-sin table setting
Day 2
Spring cleaning
Day 3
Jumping over bonfires (Chaharshanbe Suri)
Day 4
Haft-sin table setting
Day 5
Spring cleaning
Day 6
Jumping over bonfires (Chaharshanbe Suri)
Day 7
Haft-sin table setting
Day 8
Spring cleaning
Day 9
Jumping over bonfires (Chaharshanbe Suri)
Day 10
Haft-sin table setting
Day 11
Spring cleaning
Day 12
Jumping over bonfires (Chaharshanbe Suri)
Day 13 — Closing
Haft-sin table setting
Where It's Celebrated
Location & Country Details
Celebrated In
🇮🇷 Iran🇦🇫 Afghanistan🇦🇿 Azerbaijan
Primarily celebrated in Iran, Central & South Asia. Detailed country facts (capital, currency, languages) need a REST Countries API key configured — see .env.example.
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Travel Information
Best time to plan around
Typically celebrated in March.
Where to go
Iran, Afghanistan, Azerbaijan
- Transport and hospitality prices often peak around New Year celebrations — book early.
Good to Know
Frequently Asked Questions
Nowruz falls on Mar 20, 2027 (estimated date — exact timing can vary by region or calendar reckoning).
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