Cultural Traditions
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Yalda Night: Ancient celebration of year's longest night
TEHRAN, Dec. 21 (MNA) – Every year on the last day of autumn, Iran marks Yalda Night, an ancient festival celebrating the winter solstice, the rebirth of the sun, and the symbolic triumph of light over darkness.
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Yalda Night exhibition brings festive spirit to Kermanshah
TEHRAN, Dec. 20 (MNA) – On the eve of Yalda Night, a seasonal exhibition in Kermanshah has added a festive atmosphere to the city, showcasing a variety of products associated with the ancient Iranian celebration.
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Inside ancient Samanu-making ritual in Iran's Saveh
TEHRAN, Nov. 12 (MNA) – The city of Saveh in central Iran keeps one of its oldest traditions alive: the communal preparation of Samanu. The event brings together people of all ages in prayer, teamwork, and celebration of a shared cultural heritage.
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Mangoes and Jasmine: Minab’s Colorful Thanksgiving Festival
TEHRAN, Sep. 03 (MNA) – When summer arrives in southern Iran, the city of Minab in Hormozgan province comes alive with a festival unlike any other—a thanksgiving celebration of mangoes and jasmine flowers.
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Traditional mourning ceremony in Yazd
TEHRAN, Aug. 10 (MNA) – The traditional Muharram mourning ceremonies in Manshad Village, Yazd province, Iran, are indeed held annually and are deeply rooted in the community's history.
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Turkmen Weddings: Joyous Celebration of Identity and Family
TEHRAN, Jun. 09 (MNA) – Turkmen weddings are popular because they are more than just celebrations — they are living, dynamic expressions of a proud culture that honors history, family, and identity in joyous, unforgettable ways.
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By: Ali Haddadi Asl
Images of Iranian authentic art in Tehran streets
TEHRAN, Mar. 04 (MNA) – In Tehran despite all its modern shops and streets, one could find elements of authentic Iranian culture everywhere. Mehr photographer has taken photos of some of those traditional elements in the city.
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By: Majid Dehganizadeh
‘Pirahan Morad’ tradition in Iran’s Yazd
TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) – Women and girls in Yazd observe a tradition named ‘Pirahan Morad’ during the fasting month of Ramadan.
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Iran's Kordestan cuisine during Nowruz, holy Ramadan
TEHRAN, Mar. 31 (MNA) – On the occasion of the coincidence of the holy month of Ramadan and Nowruz, this report seeks to have a look at the unique foods eaten on these occasions in the Iranian province of Kordestan.
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Ramadan traditions from dawn to dusk in Turkey
TEHRAN, Mar. 25 (MNA) – Ramadan is observed in Turkey by performing various traditions in the time span between pre-dawn and fast-breaking meals.
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By: Yahya Biabadi
Kermanshah bazaar ahead of Nowruz
TEHRAN, Mar. 19 (MNA) – People of Kermanshah these days are getting ready to welcome the new year and celebrate Nowruz.
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VIDEO: Welcoming spring season in Rasht
TEHRAN, Mar. 18 (MNA) – On the eve of the Nowruz holiday, a ceremony was held in Rasht city in the north of Iran to welcome the spring season.
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Yalda Night, celebration of longest night of year
TEHRAN, Dec. 21 (MNA) – Every year, on 30 Azar in the Iranian calendar that falls on December 21 this year, Iranians celebrate the arrival of winter, the renewal of the sun, and the victory of light over darkness on Yalda Night.