2 official holidays this month
2006-12-22 — 2007-01-20
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.
Official holidays in Iran for Dey 1385, with Gregorian and Islamic (Hijri) date equivalents. 2 official holidays in Dey.