Google marked Nowruz 2025 with a special Doodle by UX designer Pendar Yousefi, honoring the Persian New Year’s themes of renewal and unity. Nowruz, meaning “New Day,” dates back 3,000 years and is celebrated across the Middle East, Central Asia, and South Asia.
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Traditions include the Haft-Sīn table, fire-jumping rituals, and festive meals. The 13-day celebration ends with Sizdeh Bedar, a day spent outdoors. Google’s tribute highlights the festival’s deep cultural significance.