The Embassy of Azerbaijan in France organized a festive event in Paris on March 18, 2026, to celebrate the Novruz holiday. The celebration was held at the embassy's residence and featured traditional Azerbaijani music, dance, and cuisine.
Novruz, which marks the Persian New Year and the arrival of spring, is a significant cultural holiday in Azerbaijan. The event aimed to introduce French officials, diplomats, and members of the Azerbaijani diaspora to the country's rich traditions.
Ambassador Leyla Abdullayeva addressed the gathering, highlighting Novruz as a symbol of renewal, peace, and solidarity. The festivities included the symbolic decoration of the "khoncha," a tray with sprouting wheat, and the jumping over a fire, a ritual meant to purify and bring health in the coming year.
