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Novruz Bayram

Novruz Bayram is a traditional celebration marking the Persian New Year, usually occurring around March 20-21, coinciding with the spring equinox. It symbolizes renewal, rebirth, and the arrival of spring, focusing on themes of renewal, purification, and prosperity. The holiday involves preparing special foods, cleaning homes (spring cleaning), and participating in cultural rituals such as setting up a Haft-Seen table with symbolic items. Novruz is celebrated across several countries including Iran, Azerbaijan, Turkey, and Central Asia, fostering communal unity and appreciation for nature's renewal. It is recognized as an important cultural heritage reflecting historical traditions and shared values.