5 official holidays this month
2021-05-22 — 2021-06-21
Republic Day
Republic Day falls in Khordad this year.
Demise of Imam Khomeini
The 14th of Khordad marks the anniversary of the passing of the founder of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Imam Khomeini, in 1989. This day is an official holiday and public mourning day.
15 Khordad Uprising
Official holidays in Khordad 1400 with Gregorian and Islamic (Hijri) date equivalents. 5 official holidays in Khordad.
The 15th of Khordad marks the anniversary of the Iranian people's uprising in 1963 against the Pahlavi regime after the arrest of Imam Khomeini. This uprising marked the beginning of Iran's Islamic movement.
Martyrdom of Imam Ja'far al-Sadiq (AS)
The 25th of Shawwal marks the martyrdom of Imam Ja'far al-Sadiq, the 6th Shia Imam. He was the founder of Ja'fari jurisprudence and one of the greatest Islamic scholars.
National Salvation Day
National Salvation Day falls in Khordad this year.
