Google commemorated the International Nowruz Day 2024 with a vibrant Google Doodle created by Iranian artist Pendar Yousefi. Nowruz, also known as the Persian New Year, marks the arrival of spring and is celebrated by over 300 million people worldwide, with roots in Zoroastrianism and observed in countries along the Silk Roads.
Google paid tribute to the rich cultural heritage of Nowruz with a captivating Google Doodle on Tuesday, created by esteemed Iranian artist Pendar Yousefi. The doodle, inspired by Yousefi’s cherished childhood memories of Nowruz festivities, encapsulates the spirit of the festival and its significance in heralding the arrival of spring.
Nowruz, derived from the Farsi term meaning “new day,” holds a special place in the hearts of over 300 million people worldwide. Originating from Zoroastrian traditions, the festival marks the onset of the Iranian Solar Hijri calendar and typically falls on or around the spring equinox, ranging from March 19th to March 21st.
Celebrated across a vast geographical region, Nowruz unites communities along the historic Silk Roads, including countries such as Afghanistan, Azerbaijan, India, Iran, Iraq, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Pakistan, Tajikistan, Turkey, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan. The festival serves as a symbol of renewal, hope, and cultural unity, fostering connections among diverse cultures and traditions.
As the world embraces the joyful festivities of Nowruz, Google’s commemorative Doodle serves as a visual ode to the enduring legacy and universal appeal of this ancient celebration. Through vibrant colors and evocative imagery, the Doodle invites audiences to join in the spirit of Nowruz and embrace the promise of a new beginning with the arrival of spring.
