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Malmö Celebrates Ancient Persian Fire Festival

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  • The Eldfesten fire festival was held in Beijers Park in Malmö on Tuesday evening.
  • Visitors ran over small fires as a symbol of saying goodbye to winter, a tradition dating back 4,000 years.
  • Attendees expressed solidarity and hope amid an ongoing war in Iran where many have family and friends.

According to sources, the event featured visitors running over small fires as a symbol of saying goodbye to winter. A war is ongoing in Iran where many of the visitors have family and friends. " Another visitor, Nasrin, added, "This holiday means hope for us.

" The exact number of attendees at the Eldfesten in Malmö has not been reported. It is also unclear what specific war in Iran is being referred to. The celebration continues a long-standing cultural tradition in the city.

This is a way to show solidarity.

Sharam, Visitor

This holiday means hope for us. Bright days will come for all Iranians.

Nasrin, Visitor
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