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Nowruz
⭐ MasteredNowruz is the Persian New Year, celebrated at the spring equinox. Families clean their homes, set a special table called a haft-sin and celebrate the arrival of spring.
💡 Fun fact
Nowruz has been celebrated for more than 3,000 years.
All about Nowruz
Nowruz is the Persian New Year, celebrated at the spring equinox. Families clean their homes, set a special table called a haft-sin and welcome spring.
The table holds seven items that begin with the Persian letter S, each with a symbol.
Nowruz is celebrated by many people across Iran, Central Asia and parts of the Middle East. Families visit each other, share food and enjoy outdoor picnics to welcome the arrival of spring.
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Real-life uses of Nowruz
- Learning about New Year traditions
- Celebrating spring
- Exploring Persian culture
Frequently asked questions about Nowruz
When is Nowruz?
At the spring equinox.
What table do families set?
A haft-sin table.