The Persian New Year marks the beginning of spring :

Published: Tuesday, March 21, 2023 at 11:22 am

Nowruz, commonly known as the Persian New Year, symbolizes revival and renewal for its more than 300 million celebrants in modern-day Iran and beyond.
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