6 official holidays this month
2020-02-20 — 2020-03-19
Birth of Imam Ali (AS)
The 13th of Rajab celebrates the birth of Imam Ali ibn Abi Talib, the first Shia Imam and fourth Caliph, who was born inside the Kaaba. This day is an official holiday in Iran.
International Women's Day
International Women's Day falls in Esfand this year.
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.
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 Esfand 1398 with Gregorian and Islamic (Hijri) date equivalents. 6 official holidays in Esfand.
