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A tradition which is more than 3000 years old!


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Nowrz (Persian: ,meaning "[The] New Day")is the name of the IranianNew Year.

It is celebrated on the dayof the astronomical VernalEquinox.

Nowruz is believed to have

been invented byZoroasterhimself.
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TheJewish festival of Purim is probably adopted

from the Persian New Year.

It is also a Holy day for Sufis, Ismailis, Alevis, and

adherents of the Baha'i Faith.

Aab-E-Nissan.


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In Abu Dhabi October 2009, Nowruz was officiallyregistered on the UNESCO List of the IntangibleCultural Heritage of Humanity.

The UNs General Assembly in 2010 recognized theInternational Day of Nowruz, describing it a springfestival of Persian origin which has been celebratedfor over 3,000 years.

Govt. of Pakistan Recognises Nowruz at highest level.


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Nowruz Gaining popularitywithin the people ofPakistan

Jubiliant Nowruz, celebrated by the Lok Virsa(National Institute of Folk and Traditional Heritage)Islamabad. (2012)

ISLAMABAD,2012: Officials their families

representing Iran, Turkmenistan, Kyrgyzstan,Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan andAfghanistan embassies, donned in their traditionaldresses, celebrated Jashan-e-Nowruz at National

University of Modern Languages (NUML) Islamabad. NOWRUZ IN THE WORLDpublished2010 in

Pakistan introducing the respective head of the statesand Nowruz rituals in different countries.


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Nowruz is a day to celebrate the renewal of life. This is a moment to reflect on the past and look to thefuture with hope. It is a time for friends, family, and communities to join together around sharedvalues and aspirations.

This has been celebrated for millennia by peoples of Western, Central and South Asia, the Caucasus, theBalkans and other regions. Nowruz represents a rich tapestry today, weaving together customs, ritualsand festivities in harmony with nature. This is a day of chants, dances, games,and festive meals a day that bridges the past with the futureand that brings together peoples of different cultures,nationalities, religions, and languages around a message of

peace. Guided by this open spirit, this is a celebration of sharing.Nowruz embodies the power ofhumanitys intangible cultural heritage. Transmitted from generation to

generation, Nowruz sustains a sense of identity and continuity that stretches across borders. This iswhy Nowruz was inscribed in 2009 on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage ofHumanity, established under UNESCOs Convention for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural

Heritage. This was the result of joint efforts by several countries where Nowruz is celebrated.More than ever at this time of rapid change, we need cultural celebrations that join people and

strengthen ties between society and nature. Culture is a source of social cohesion and wisdom. Itprovides a map by which to read the world and a direction through which to shape it. It carries alsogreat benefits in development and environmental sustainability to all communities involved. As weprepare for the United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development in Rio, we must recognizethe importance of culture as a foundation for a more sustainable future for all.

More than anything, Nowruz is a day of promise the promise of life renewed and hope refreshed. Onthis first day of Spring, we must all carry this message of peace, harmony and reconciliation.


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Iran: (20 March to 23 March, total of 4 days in general + total of 13 days forschools and universities)

Afghanistan: (20 March to 23 March)

Albania: (20 March to 23 March, total of 4 days)

Azerbaijan:(20 March to 26 March, total of 7 days)

Azeris in Georgia

The Parsis in India. Iraq(de jure in Iraqi Kurdistan, de facto national) (21 March)

Kazakhstan (21 March to 24 March, total of 4 days)

Kosovo(21 March)

Kyrgyzstan (21 March)

Tajikistan(20 March to 23 March, total of 4 days)

Turkmenistan (20 March to 23 March, total of 4 days)

Uzbekistan (21 March) and

Pakistan (21 March) Muslims(Ismailis and Shias), Parsis andBahais. LocalHoliday in Gilgit Baltistan.


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It is Celebrated as a Socio-religiousFestival in pakistan.

In southwest and in Northern Areas of Pakistan Gilgit

Baltistan and Chitral region Nowruz is celebrated. In Pakistan Nowruz is celebrated by many religious

communities mostly byShia, Hazaras, Ismailis andBahais.

Nowruz in Pakistan is celebrated by gatherings, Polo

Matches, folk dances, Making special Cuisines and visitingelders and relatives.


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Boys and girls

wearing traditional

dresses.

New clothes and

accessories are alsoworn to symbolise

the beginning of

new year.

Wearing NewClothes and

Accessories.


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Special Cuisine

Special dishes

are prepared forguests and

relatives

including

traditional food

and sweets.

Sharbat


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A traditional show of dancing horse.

Festivals andCarnivals:


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Polo Matches


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Polo Match


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Folk Dances


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Egg Strike


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Rituals on the day of Nowruz -Dada


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Stage show on Nowruz

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Spring Festival/ Bassant


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Zakh Competition


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Some humble Suggestions Celebration of Nowruz Summits to be hosted on rotation basis. Jashn E Nowruz to be celebrated at UNESCO Head Quarter, Paris.

The importance of Nowruz to be included in school curriculum.

Harmony within the diverse ethnicities to be strengthened throughNowruz Celebration.

Broaden the Canvas of participating countries.

Enhance global environmental awareness through Nowruz celebration

Exchange of artists and youths to witness the celebration of Nowruz ineach other countries.

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