Google Doodle honours Nowruz, the Persian New Year, on March 19th, 2024.
Nowruz means "
new day
" in Farsi and is celebrated by over
300 million
people globally.
It coincides with the spring equinox, marking the start of spring.
Nowruz has roots in
Zoroastrianism
but is celebrated across various cultures.
It's a time for family gatherings, feasts, and traditions symbolizing renewal and unity with nature.
The
Google Doodle featured floral designs
, calligraphy, and a symbolic Haft-sin table
The Doodle highlights the cultural richness and traditions of Nowruz.
Learn more about the Nowruz tradition and Haft-Sin symboli
sm by visiting our seepositive
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