The Amazigh New Year, or Yennayer, stands as a testament to Morocco's rich cultural tapestry, intertwining ancestral rites with modern celebrations. Rooted in agricultural traditions and marked by inclusivity, this millennia-old festivity not only honors the enthronement of Pharaoh Sheshonq I but also embodies the enduring values of sharing and coexistence at the heart of Moroccan society.
Just after the Amazigh New Year, in mid-January, Idernan is traditionally celebrated as a day of peace between tribes. The galette, specially prepared for the occasion, now takes its name from this festival. Similar to the more commonly known «baghrir», this dish was later introduced to the Yennayer table. It is served as a sign of welcome to guests before the festive dinner.
Morocco celebrates the Amazigh New Year, Yennayer, as a national holiday, honoring centuries-old traditions of abundance, connection, and cultural rituals. The celebration features unique vocabulary and special greetings—let's discover some of the most commonly used Amazigh words during this New Year's Eve.
During the Amazigh New Year, a moment of gratitude and celebration of the earth's abundance, the dishes prepared for this occasion are primarily based on the year’s harvest. For this reason, the Yennayer table is uniquely enriched with dishes made mostly from seeds or greens, and occasionally with dried meats. Ourkimen is one such preparation.
In Morocco, January 14th is now a national holiday, commemorating the Amazigh New Year. The lead-up to this ancestral celebration is marked by a unique atmosphere, highlighted by the preparation of traditional dishes. Among the festive meals of Id Yennayer, tagoula has stood the test of time as the undisputed centerpiece for centuries.
On the 12th of January, Berbers in Morocco celebrate Yennayer, the first month in the agrarian Berber year. And while, Imazighen throughout the Kingdom are living the festivities of this day, others are unaware of the occasion.
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