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土耳其诺鲁孜节：春分、新鲜香草与共享餐桌

On March 21st, Turkish families set a special table called "Sofra" with seven symbolic items.
Each item starts with the Persian letter 'S' and represents hope, health, or prosperity for the new year.
Fresh herbs like parsley, mint, and dill grow in small pots on windowsills before the celebration.
Children wear new clothes and receive painted eggs and small coins wrapped in colorful paper.
Neighbors exchange sweet pastries like baklava and say 'Nowruzunüz kutlu olsun!' meaning 'Happy New Year!'
Families gather outdoors at noon to jump over small bonfires for purification and renewal.
Young people visit elders to kiss their hands and receive blessings and advice.
Schools hold poetry recitals featuring traditional Nowruz songs in Turkish and Kurdish.
Street markets buzz with vendors selling hyacinths, candles, and handmade mirrors.
This ancient spring festival reminds everyone that light always returns after winter’s dark.