Famous holidays like New Year or Victory Day are widely celebrated in Azerbaijan, but the country also has its own unique celebrations. That being said, even New Year has its own peculiarities in the country. In Azerbaijan, New Year is celebrated twice – the “new calendar” holiday that falls to January 1st and the “old calendar” holiday that falls to January 14. People of all religions celebrate this holiday. The Day of Physical Culture and Sport, which is widely celebrated on March 5, is a unique holiday in Azerbaijan. On this day, local people play football and organize chess tournaments. Wrestling areas are installed everywhere. Not only professional sportsmen but also amateurs participate in these competitions. Nowruz is an important religious holiday in Azerbaijan. This holiday marks the arrival of spring and is celebrated one day before the spring equinox. Many ancient traditions regarding this holiday are still alive. For example, local people wash their face with crystal clear water from streams in the morning, wish all the best to their friends and family, and offer sweets. Honey is the first food that local people eat in the morning, and then fill their houses with the smell of incense. Azerbaijanis believe that this way they can protect themselves from evil spirits and vile thoughts. A festive table contains 7 dishes, each of which starts with the letter “S”. Locals also light up a candle to protect the whole family from the bad, take a mirror as a symbol of clarity, and put a colored egg that symbolizes our planet.
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Since 2016, a new festival has appeared in Azerbaijan. It was decided to make this event annual. The festival’s name – Heat – is in line with the weather because it takes place at the beginning of July when the weather is exceptionally hot. During the event, famous and emerging performers from Azerbaijan, Russia, and other European countries. For the first time, the festival lasted only two days, but then it was decided to make it twice longer. During four days, a long and unforgettable show entertains numerous visitors who come close to the Caspian Sea despite scorching heat!
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