April 11 Hindi New Year
April 15 Huh? What are they Saying
Celebrated as the beginning of the new year by more than 300 million people all around the world and has been celebrated for over 3000 years in the Balkans, the Black Sea Basin, the Caucasus, Central Asia, the Middle East and other regions.
"Nowruz is a day to celebrate the renewal of life. This is a moment to reflect on the past and look to the future with hope. It is a time for friends, family, and communities to join together around shared values and aspirations.
More than ever at this time of rapid change, we need cultural celebrations that join people and strengthen ties between society and nature. "
- UNESCO Director General
Irina Bokova