In March, Diyarbakır comes alive with the vibrant energy of Newroz, the Kurdish New Year and a symbol of renewal, resistance, and cultural identity. Among a sea of colorful flags, roaring fires, and the rhythm of govend — the traditional Kurdish dance — thousands gather to welcome the arrival of spring and reaffirm their heritage. The echoes of music and chants of unity fill the air, blending past and present in a collective expression of hope.