3 official holidays this month
2002-02-20 — 2002-03-20
Eid al-Adha
Eid al-Adha, the 10th of Dhul Hijjah, is one of the most important Islamic holidays commemorating Prophet Ibrahim's sacrifice. Muslims offer animal sacrifices and perform the Hajj pilgrimage.
Eid al-Ghadir Khumm
Eid al-Ghadir, the 18th of Dhul Hijjah, is the most important Shia holiday marking the appointment of Imam Ali as the successor of Prophet Muhammad at Ghadir Khumm.
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 1380, with Gregorian and Islamic (Hijri) date equivalents. 3 official holidays in Esfand.
