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Episode 37 · Middle East

37. What is Nowruz?

24 min·February 28, 2024·World Topic

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What you'll hear

Over 300 million people around the world celebrate Nowruz—a huge spring holiday that’s also sometimes called Persian New Year—annually on March 20th or 21st. In this episode I explain Nowruz for folks who know little to nothing about it, and if you fit that description I can guarantee you’re going to enjoy learning about the unique and ancient traditions of Nowruz. Some of them are over 4,000 years old! For extra resources to further your study, head to our Patreon.

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Topics covered

Education & KnowledgeHolidays & CelebrationsTraditions & Customs