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The festivities of Nowruz reflect the renewal of the Earth that occurs with the coming of spring. Nowruz is a festival that has been celebrated for thousands of years. It is a holiday enjoyed by people of several different faiths. Nowruz is partly rooted in the religious tradition of Zoroastrianism

Cultural celebrations and festivals are familiar to people all over the world. These events celebrate different historical and cultural practices and share some great community functions. Often holidays like these bring together families and communities and introduce new generations to traditional food, dance, music, and handicrafts.