The art of Persian storytelling (Naqqali) involves dramatic recitation of epic tales, especially from the Shahnameh. It is recognized by UNESCO as intangible heritage.
This day
23 Ordibehesht 2593
23 Ordibehesht 2593 Shahanshahi — equivalent to 23 Ordibehesht 1413 Shamsi and 2034-05-13 Gregorian. Today's occasion, a cultural insight, and a classical Persian verse.
23 Ordibehesht 2593 in the Shahanshahi calendar falls on Saturday — equivalent to 23 Ordibehesht 1413 Shamsi and 13 May 2034 Gregorian.
- Shahanshahi
- 23 Ordibehesht 2593
- Shamsi
- 23 Ordibehesht 1413
- Gregorian
- 13 May 2034
Cultural insight
Verse of the day
دل آینهای است که در وی مینگرند آنان که ز خویش بیخبرند
“The heart is a mirror in which look Those who are unaware of themselves”
— Attar
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