3 official holidays this month
1978-02-20 — 1978-03-20
Birth of the Holy Prophet (PBUH)
The 17th of Rabi al-Awwal celebrates the birthday of Prophet Muhammad and Imam Ja'far al-Sadiq, the 6th Shia Imam. This week is known as Islamic Unity Week.
Birth of Imam Ja'far al-Sadiq (AS)
The 17th of Rabi al-Awwal celebrates the birthday of Prophet Muhammad and Imam Ja'far al-Sadiq, the 6th Shia Imam. This week is known as Islamic Unity Week.
Nationalization of the Iranian Oil Industry
The 29th of Esfand marks the anniversary of the nationalization of Iran's oil industry under the leadership of Dr. Mohammad Mosaddegh in 1951. This day is an official holiday and a symbol of Iran's economic independence.
Official holidays in Iran for Esfand 1356, with Gregorian and Islamic (Hijri) date equivalents. 3 official holidays in Esfand.
