Google Doodle today: The Google Doodle on March 20 is celebrating Nowruz 2025, an ancient festival that has been observed for over 3,000 years. The special Google Doodle today is created by guest artist Pendar Yousefi to honour this spring festival, which represents new beginnings and renewal.
Nowruz, also known as the Persian New Year, falls on March 20, 2025, at exactly 5:01 AM EST (2:31 PM IST). This festival marks the start of the new year in the Persian calendar and happens at the same time as the spring equinox. With deep roots in Zoroastrian traditions, Nowruz represents the victory of light over darkness, bringing hope, joy, and a fresh start.
Nowruz has been celebrated for over 3,000 years and is an important cultural event for around 300 million people. It is observed in Iran, Central Asia, Afghanistan, Azerbaijan, the Caucasus, Turkey, and parts of South Asia. In 2010, UNESCO recognised Nowruz as part of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. The United Nations also declared March 21 as International Nowruz Day.
Nowruz includes many traditions that focus on renewal and togetherness. Here are some of the key customs:
A major part of Nowruz 2025 is the Haft-Sin table, which is decorated with seven symbolic items. Each item starts with the Persian letter ¡®sin¡¯ (?), and they represent different blessings:
Before Nowruz, families took part in Khaneh Tekani, which means house cleaning. This is done to remove bad energy from the past year and bring positive vibes for the new one. It is similar to a spring cleaning tradition.
A few days before Nowruz, people celebrate Chaharshanbe Suri by jumping over bonfires. They chant, ¡°Zardi-ye man az to, sorkhi-ye to az man,¡± which means ¡°Take my paleness, give me your warmth¡±. This ritual is believed to clear away bad luck and bring new energy.
Nowruz is a time for family gatherings and festive meals. Special dishes like Sabzi Polo Ba Mahi (herbed rice with fish) and Kuku Sabzi (herb omelette) are made. These foods symbolise prosperity, health, and happiness.
The Nowruz celebrations last for 13 days and end with Sizdah Bedar. On this day, people go outdoors, have picnics, and release Sabzeh (sprouts) into rivers. This tradition is believed to wash away bad luck and bring good fortune.
As people welcome Nowruz 2025, they embrace hope, happiness, and fresh beginnings, just as this 3,000-year-old tradition has symbolised for centuries.??
The Google Doodle today showcases the beauty of Nowruz and its cultural importance. Through this artwork, Google highlights how Nowruz 2025 connects millions of people across different countries.
For those wondering, a Google Doodle is a fun, creative change to the Google logo. These Doodles celebrate special occasions, holidays, and even famous people. The tradition started in 1998 when Google¡¯s founders, Larry Page and Sergey Brin, added a stick figure to the logo to let users know they were at the Burning Man festival.
Since then, Google Doodles have become more elaborate, featuring animations and even interactive games like today¡¯s popcorn-themed game. The talented team behind these doodles, called ¡°Doodlers,¡± includes illustrators, animators, and engineers who make each Doodle unique and educational.
Google Doodles are a creative way to celebrate events, milestones, and natural phenomena from around the world. They have marked everything from India¡¯s Independence Day and Republic Day to major global events like the Paris Olympics.
Some Doodles are only visible in specific regions, depending on the occasion. However, themes with universal appeal, such as the lunar cycle, are often displayed in multiple countries, making them accessible to a wider audience.
Celebrate the Half Moon phase today by playing the Google Doodle game. It¡¯s a wonderful mix of fun and learning, offering you a chance to test your knowledge of the lunar cycle while earning rewards.
Don¡¯t miss this opportunity to take part in the global celebration and enjoy a unique experience with Google Doodle Half Moon.
Start playing now and make the most of this creative and engaging activity!
The very first Doodle launched as an ¡°out of office¡± message of sorts when company founders Larry and Sergey went on vacation.
What is a Google Doodle?
A Google Doodle is a temporary alteration of the Google logo that appears on the search engine's homepage to commemorate special events, holidays, achievements, and notable historical figures.
How often do Google Doodles change?
Google Doodles change regularly, typically daily, to mark various occasions such as holidays, anniversaries, and global events.
Who creates Google Doodles?
Google has a team of illustrators and designers known as "Doodlers" who are responsible for creating Google Doodles. They work to represent the essence of the event or individual being celebrated.
Can anyone submit ideas for a Google Doodle?
Google doesn't generally accept unsolicited ideas for Doodles. The team usually plans the Doodles well in advance, often based on historical events or major anniversaries.
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