Persepolis: A ceremony to mark Nowruz was held on March 17, 2025, at Persepolis, a UNESCO World Heritage site located in southern Iran, with ambassadors from Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, and Tajikistan to celebrate the ancient Persian New Year.

According to Islamic Republic News Agency, the event brought together diplomats from Central Asia, highlighting the cultural and historical ties between these nations and Iran. The gathering at Persepolis underscored the shared heritage and traditions that Nowruz represents for the region.