The arrival of spring, symbolizing new beginnings, Across Asia, from China to Iran to India to East Europe, nearly 300 million people celebrate “Nowruz,” an ancient spring tradition dating back over 2500 years. Similar festivities span the globe, from the...
Join us for a celebration of Persian Language Day and Ferdowsi’s Birthday! Date: May 14th – 20023 Time: 3 to 5 pm Location: The Library at Te Hāpua: Halswell Centre 341 Halswell Road, Halswell, Christchurch Experience the beauty of Persian language with...
In adherence to the age-old Iranian tradition, we came together on the 13th of Farvardin (April 2nd) this year and immersed ourselves in the embrace of nature. To kick off Sizdah Bedar, at 10 AM, we planted twenty-nine saplings, not only to cherish our natural...
From a collection from the Canterbury Kia Ora Academy a charitable organisation that promotes different cultures in New Zealand through the channels of music, sports, arts, entertainment, and...
The 4 Shanbe Suri event, which took place on March 14, 2023, at 97 Stanmore St in Linwood, Christchurch, was a remarkable occasion that brought together people from various backgrounds to celebrate this ancient Persian festival. 4 Shanbe Suri, also known as...