The first day of spring marks the beginning of the new year in Persian Calendar. It is celebrated on the day of astronomical Northward equinox, which usually occurs on March 21. It was originated thousands of years ago in Iran and is also celebrated in other regional countries such as Afghanistan, Azerbaijan, the North Caucasus and Tajikistan.
The first day of spring marks the beginning of the new year in Persian Calendar. It is celebrated on the day of astronomical Northward equinox, which usually occurs on March 21. It was originated thousands of years ago in Iran and is also celebrated in other regional countries such as Afghanistan, Azerbaijan, the North Caucasus and Tajikistan.