title: Noruz: treading time, nature, culture and faith
abstract: Noruz, astronomical vernal spring equinox, is the 1st day in the Persian Islamic solar calendar. It is among the oldest celebrations in history that is still alive and observed by various peoples. In 2009 UNESCO declared Noruz as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity and in 2010 The United Nations General Assembly recognized the International Day of Noruz, describing it as a” festival of Persian origin which has been celebrated for over 3,000 years.” To this day Noruz is observed in Iran, 