Chak Chak is one of hottest mountainous villages of the country. During the summer days, the temperature goes up to 40 c. In the village, there is a sacred mountain shrine and a fire temple that serves as a pilgrimage spot for the Zoroastrians. The fire temple is home to many Zoroastrians from Iran, India and other countries.
Read moreDear friends and music lovers, Remember the brilliant young Parsi pianist from Down Under, Zubin the son of Rustom Kanga and grandson of Adi Kanga the ‘father of Navi Mumbai’ ? He has been touring Australia during the past month in a series of unique concerts. Australia’s Classical Music and Arts Magazine LIMELIGHT talks about his ‘electrifying modern repertoire’ in a
Read moreFarhang Foundation’s 7th annual Nowruz Celebrations at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art in Los Angeles California on March 22, 2015. Featuring the premiere of THE SOUNDS OF A PERSIAN SPRING by Zohreh Jooya, Children’s activities, traditional Persian dancers and musicians, a grand Haft Sin display, a traditional Iranian costume parade and a free outdoor concert by the ground
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Read morePortraits of ageing Parsis living in Navsari, Gujarat—‘dhaakad’ men and women battling loneliness with a ready smile and zest for life Shuchi Kapoor, ePaper, Livemint, Bombay, Saturday, May 9, 2015 http://www.livemint.com/Leisure/tLT6IuCFPzu30D8zDA6bUI/Photo-Essay-Hi-darling.html At 93, ‘Mumma’, as everyone calls her, is one of the oldest members at the old-age home she stays in. She loves to give feedback on the day’s menu and
Read moreIt was great to watch the Persian Day Parade on Sunday April 19, 2015. I filmed the entire parade in sections. They had the Zorastrians represented. I thought you might like the video. I put it on YouTube. You can view the link below: Courtesy : James Martin
Read moreFirst Persian Parade in Los Angeles, California Report from Voice of America – Dated: 31 March 2015
Read moreNavroz greetings to my Parsi friends. Enjoy this short beautifulfilmonNavroz.
Read moreNew Delhi: Marking the first day of spring or Equinox, Google is celebrating the Iranian New Year with its latest colorful doodle. Originated in Persia, Nowruz or Navroz remains a holy day for Zoroastrians and is celebrated in many parts of the world. The latest doodle is full of bright flowers and bees, symbolising the onset of Spring. In the Indian
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