8 official holidays this month
2007-02-20 — 2007-03-20
International Women's Day
International Women's Day falls in Esfand this year.
Arbaeen of Hussain
Arbaeen, the 20th of Safar, marks the 40th day after the martyrdom of Imam Hussein. Millions of pilgrims walk toward Karbala each year, forming the world's largest religious gathering.
Kurdistan Uprising Day
Kurdistan Uprising Day falls in Esfand this year.
Halabja Remembrance Day
Halabja Remembrance Day falls in Esfand this year.
Commemoration of Baath crimes against the Iraqi people
Commemoration of Baath crimes against the Iraqi people falls in Esfand this year.
Demise of the Holy Prophet (PBUH) and Martyrdom of Imam Hasan al-Mujtaba (AS)
The 28th of Safar marks the anniversary of the passing of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). This day is an official holiday and public mourning day in Iran.
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.
Novruz Bayramı (Day 1)
Novruz Bayramı (Day 1) falls in Esfand this year.
Official holidays in Esfand 1385 with Gregorian and Islamic (Hijri) date equivalents. 8 official holidays in Esfand.