Holidays of Mordad 1405

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.

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.

Afghan Independence Day (1919)

Afghan Independence Day (1919) is a fixed official holiday in Iran and falls on the same Persian calendar date every year in Mordad.

Martyrdom of Imam Hasan al-Askari (AS)

The 8th of Rabi al-Awwal marks the martyrdom of Imam Hasan al-Askari, the 11th Shia Imam. This day is an official holiday in Iran.