Iranian Preparing To Celebrate Nowruz 2021

What Is Nowruz?

The Persian New Year is called Nowruz or Eid Norooz. In Iran, the beginning of the year is celebrated when winter changes into spring.  Actually, international day of Nowruz is not only celebrated in Iran. It is celebrated in many countries all around the world. It is one of the most ancient traditions in the history.

Nowruz Definition

”Now” is a Persian word for new and ”Ruz” for day which makes Nowruz literary meaning new day. In other words, the first day (Nowruz day) of the new year.

When is Persian New Year?

The exact day, hour and minute that the sun crosses the equator (about march 21) is the moment that family and friends gather around “Haft Seen” to start the new year in the presence of their loved ones.

Nowruz Time and Date: 21 March 2019

Nowruz Message

Persian spring starts with a chance of renewal for everyone. Persians consider Nowruz celebration as a symbol of rebirth.

Everything That Happens Before Nowruz Festival

Khane Tekani

About three weeks before the every Nowruz. The traditional act of Khane Tekani (literally meaning shaking the house) takes place. During spring cleaning Persians clean every corner of the house. As we all know, cleaning the house might not be a big deal. But it is actually for the sake of having a completely fresh start. Iranians start the New Year not only with a clean and reorganized house but also with a clear mindset. Buying new clothes is also a similar act that is done before Nowruz.