Photo: Samira Nazari

Iranians shop, this time, in honor of the longest night

A peek into the bustling streets, grocery and confectionery stores show that Iranians from all walks of life are being prepared to have fun in honor of the longest night, the Yalda Night. For Iranian families and friends, Shab-e Yalda (Yalda Night), has long been a treasured time to come together and celebrate the festivity, which falls on December 21 this year.