As spring approaches, cultures around the world celebrate new beginnings and the arrival of warmer days. Mahya Mirsadeghi, an Iranian student studying in Beijing, highlights the beautiful similarities between the Persian New Year, known as Nowruz, and the Chinese Spring Festival.
In her heartfelt video, Mahya explains that both Nowruz and the Spring Festival symbolize renewal and fresh starts. She points out that these celebrations share common traditions, such as thoroughly cleaning homes to welcome the new season, indulging in delicious foods, and reuniting with family members.
Mahya admires the deep cultural connections she has observed between Persian and Chinese traditions. “It's inspiring to see how different cultures embrace the same values of family, renewal, and community,” she shares. As the Chinese Spring Festival draws near, Mahya extends her best wishes, celebrating the harmonious ties that bridge her Iranian heritage with her experiences in China.
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