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Nowruz 2025: Celebrating Spring and Persian New Year

3/20/2025

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Nowruz, or "new day," ushers in the Persian New Year on March 20, 2025, at 5:01 a.m. EST. Celebrated for over 3,000 years, this vibrant festival heralds spring and renewal. Around 300 million people worldwide embrace traditions such as home cleaning, creating Haft Sin tables, and sharing festive meals, fostering a sense of community and joy.

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Nowruz, or "new day," ushers in the Persian New Year on March 20, 2025, at 5:01 a.m. EST. Celebrated for over 3,000 years, this vibrant festival heralds spring and renewal. Around 300 million people worldwide embrace traditions such as home cleaning, creating Haft Sin tables, and sharing festive meals, fostering a sense of community and joy.