Norooz

Today marks Sizdah Bedar, the 13th day of the Persian New Year, known as Norooz, a tradition that dates back more than 2,500 years.

The Orange County Register - News Headlines : Top Stories 2010

Today marks Sizdah Bedar, the 13th day of the Persian New Year, known as Norooz, a tradition that dates back more than 2,500 years.

The Orange County Register - News Headlines : Top Stories 2010

"Norooz" has been celebrated in Iran more than 3000 ago, so its an ancient ceremony.

News Tom's Hardware US 2009

Norooz, the ancient Persian New Year, has survived in modern Iran.

Donna Henes: New Year: Here We Go Again! Donna Henes 2011

Norooz, the ancient Persian New Year, has survived in modern Iran.

Donna Henes: New Year: Here We Go Again! Donna Henes 2011

Norooz, the ancient Persian New Year, has survived in modern Iran.

Donna Henes: New Year: Here We Go Again! Donna Henes 2011

I thank you for your time and wish you a pleasant spring and a prosperous and happy Norooz.

Trita Parsi: Why Are Reps. Miller and Posey Refusing to Wish Iranians a Happy Norooz? 2010

You have placed one temporal ruler -- who is still struggling to regain order after falsely claiming 25 million supporters last June -- equal to the timeless tradition of Norooz that has been celebrated by millions of people for ages.

Trita Parsi: Why Are Reps. Miller and Posey Refusing to Wish Iranians a Happy Norooz? 2010

Norooz is a time when we momentarily put aside our troubles -- and this past year has been especially difficult as many of us have watched with heavy hearts the suffering of our friends and family in Iran.

Trita Parsi: Why Are Reps. Miller and Posey Refusing to Wish Iranians a Happy Norooz? 2010

We are grateful to the 384 Members of Congress who, in the spirit of Norooz, honored our treasured Iranian traditions and heritage with grace and appreciation.

Trita Parsi: Why Are Reps. Miller and Posey Refusing to Wish Iranians a Happy Norooz? 2010