Happy Yalda Night

Tonight, December 20th, is the longest nights in the year. We, Iranian people, celebrate this night which was called Yalda. Iranian people get together and eat some special foods such as nuts, pomeogranates, watermelons and cookies. The idea behind this celebration is welcoming the advent of winter and by eating these kinds of foods they prepare their body and souls for coming season. Family members, friends and relatives feast this night by reciting Hafez poems. Hafez was a famous poet in 1310 CE. I would like to say Happy Yalda night to everybody. I wish you a great winter full of peace, happiness and healthiness.
You can read more about Hafez here.
