Iranians will celebrate Dec. 21 as the longest night of the year. It is called Yalda in Persian and throughout the night special ceremonies are held.
Yalda Night is a good opportunity to be with family members and friends, refresh old friendships and mend strained relations.
On Yalda Night, families gather at the house of parents or grandparents to spend the night eating delicious foods, nuts, fruits and reading Hafez poems.
During Yalda Night, fruits such as watermelon and pomegranates and nuts like pistachio, almond, walnut and dried seeds are usually served.
The recitation of verses from the Divan of Hafez lends spiritual weight to the occasion.
Also known as Shab-e Chelleh, Yalda is rooted in Iran’s ancient history and demonstrates Iranians’ eagerness in forging strong family ties and friendly relationships.
The feast was one of the most important celebrations in ancient Iran some 5,000 years ago and continues to be celebrated to this day.
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