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Iran
 Websites presented in alphabetical order The Festival of "Yalda" 
 Brief information about the celebration of the winter solstice in Iran with the festival of Shab-e yalda, "which refers to the birthday or rebirth of the sun." This site presents a brief history, and description of the traditions of the Yalda festival, including bonfires, holiday foods, and prayers. Includes a list of similarities with the celebration of Christmas. From a website by two Iranian writers. http://www.artarena.force9.co.uk/yalda.htm Topics: Holidays and Observances Individually, Holidays by Region Last updated Dec 16, 2005 No-Rooz, The Iranian New Year at Present Times
Description of the origins and traditions of No-Rooz, the Iranian new year, which occurs at the vernal equinox in March. Discusses symbols, decorations, foods, activities, and greetings for No-Rooz. Also provides links to related articles about No-Rooz and the Iranian calendar. From The Iran Chamber Society, a nonprofit organization of scholars and researchers promoting Iranian culture and society. http://www.iranchamber.com/culture/articles/norooz_iranian_new_year.php Topics: Holidays and Observances Individually, Holidays by Region Last updated Mar 4, 2008 Norooz, NoRuz, NowRuz (Persian New Year)
Celebrated at the spring equinox, Nowrooz is the Persian New Year. The history and traditions of this Iranian holiday and its components (Haji Firuz, Chahar Shanbeh Suri, Fal-Gush, Haft-Sinn, and SeezDeh BeDar) are described in words and pictures at this site. Includes a countdown to the beginning of this important season. http://www.farsinet.com/norooz/ Topics: Holidays and Observances Individually, Holidays by Region, Recreation Last updated Aug 10, 2004 |
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