Persian New Year is celebrated in many countries across the world. Here’s everything you need to know, including what to cook and where to celebrate.

Nowruz, which translates to “new day,” falls on the first day of spring each year, as the Persian calendar follows the vernal equinox. This year, many Iranians, Persians and others who celebrate Nowruz are welcoming the year 1404.

Nowruz, the Persian New Year, will be celebrated worldwide on 21 March. The event, recognised by the United Nations as International Nowruz Day, marks the beginning of spring and the first day of the Persian calendar.