Yalda Night 2019 is right around the corner. What’s behind this ancient celebration? And how do you celebrate it today?
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It may be shocking to many to learn about the connections between these very old traditions, but indeed, Halloween and Chahar Shanbe Soori are connected in ancient motives.
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Does Khane Takani (the equivalent of spring cleaning in western culture) have to wait until Nowruz?
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The spelling of Nowruz in English can take many forms, including: Noroz, Norouz, Nowruz and Norooz. If you're an Iranian, you've likely engaged in an argument or ten regarding the correct spelling of the Persian new year “Nowruz.” In fact, us spelling it as such probably gave you pause. Let’s discuss!
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When looking at Persian history and heritage heritage, there is so much to be proud of — and endlessly fascinated by. The flourishing of Persian people and civilization has led to an expansive contributions of science, literature, art, and math to the modern world. Here is the most comprehensive list of some of the many incredible contributions to the world.
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