Afghan new year (Nowroz)

Colourful Noruz eggs

Colourful Noruz eggs Source: AAP Image/ EPA/ABEDIN TAHERKENAREH

People in Afghanistan like people in many other neighbouring countries celebrate the new year, a long standing tradition called Nowruz. We look at the history of this ancient cultural legacy of the region.



Share
Follow SBS Dari

Download our apps
SBS Audio
SBS On Demand

Listen to our podcasts
Independent news and stories connecting you to life in Australia and Dari-speaking Australians.
A series of stories to help Afghans settle well and 'feel at home' in Australia.
Get the latest with our exclusive in-language podcasts on your favourite podcast apps.

Watch on SBS
SBS World News

SBS World News

Take a global view with Australia's most comprehensive world news service