Sri Lanka, March 20 -- Nowruz, one of the oldest and most magnificent Iranian festivals for the coming new year, is a symbol of renewal, and cultural solidarity. This festival, which is held every year at the beginning of spring and coincides with the arrival of the new solar year, is celebrated not only in Iran but also in many countries in the region as a cultural and historical ritual. Nowruz has been registered as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage and reflects the cultural and historical richness of Iranian civilisation.

Historical Roots of Nowruz

Nowruz has its roots in ancient Iranian history and dates back to more than 3,000 years ago. This festival is known as a symbol of the victory of light over darkness and good over evil. Dur...