Cultural Traditions
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Iranians embrace beauty of spring on 'Sizdah Bedar'
TEHRAN, Apr. 02 (MNA) – An Iranian National Nature Day, locally known as ‘Sizdah Be-dar’, is held on the 13th day of Farvardin (the first month of the Iranian calendar) to bid farewell to the Nowruz holidays.
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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.