Diyarbakır celebrated Newroz with great enthusiasm this year with the participation of hundreds of thousands of people. Celebrated every year on March 21st and symbolizing resistance, freedom and hope for the Kurdish people along with the arrival of spring, Newroz was the scene of a historic crowd in 2024 as well.

Colorful scenes in Newroz Square

The celebrations were traditionally held in Diyarbakır Newroz Park (Newroz Area). People flocked to the area from the early hours of the morning, filling the area with local costumes, Kurdish music, halay dances and slogans.

Hundreds of thousands of people gathered around the fire, lit the Newroz fire and joined the celebrations with wishes for peace, freedom and brotherhood.

What is the meaning of Newroz?

Newroz is a spring festival celebrated by many societies in the Middle East, especially the Kurdish people. It is also a historical day of resistance symbolizing the rebellion of Kawa the Blacksmith against the tyrant Dehak. Therefore, Newroz represents not only the awakening of nature but also the spirit of social solidarity and freedom.

Why is Diyarbakır Newroz important?

The world’s largest Newroz celebration in terms of number of participants

An important platform where the Kurdish people express their cultural, political and social demands

An event that strengthens cultural memory with colorful clothes, halay dances, music and symbolic fire lighting

Newroz is the name of rebirth every yearDiyarbakır Newroz 2024 has once again become a historical gathering where messages of peace, unity and freedom echo. This meaningful day, celebrated by hundreds of thousands of people, is not only a holiday; it also continues to be a symbol of a people’s cultural resistance and hope.