Literally Now Ruz means “new day” in Persian. It is the annual  Persian New Year, celebrated usually on March 20th.

Its history dates back to Zoroastrianism, a religion that revered the sun and fire.  Zarathustra, the prophet of Zoroastrianism, suggested that the new year be celebrated with grand feasts, music and dance. People wear their newest clothes, exchange gifts and clean their homes to prepare for the new year.

Now Ruz is a time of renewal and happiness. The triumph of the spring over th...