Commemoration day of Hossein Gol-e-Golab, famous poet and writer who composed many national and patriotic songs.
Notable Works
National and patriotic anthems, children's poems, enduring songs
Fun Facts
Gol-e-Golab composed 'Ey Iran' in 1944, which became Iran's unofficial national anthem! This anthem was written during the Allied occupation of Iran. He composed over 2,000 poems and songs. His patriotic songs nurtured generations with love for Iran.
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