The Iranian Community in Southern California

Iranians consider Norooz, which literally means “a new day,” as the biggest celebration of the year. The exact second of the New Year is called “Saal Tahvil” and marks the exact astronomical start of Spring. Norooz has been celebrated for at least 3,000 years and is deeply rooted in the traditions of the Zoroastrian, the religion of ancient Persia before the advent of Islam.