The English name pistachio is derived from "Pisteh", which is a Persian
name. Also known as the green almond. Pistachio nuts are intertwined
with Iranian culture and are actually present in all facets of Iranian
life. Pistachio nuts get a mention in all Iranian literature, stories,
beliefs, traditions and rituals such as Norooz (New Iranian Year) and
Yalda festival. They are consumed even in weddings and funerals. For
Iranians no festivities and feasts can be held without pistachio nuts.
Iranian celebrate Iranian New Year by eating pistachios. If they cook
special dishes, they decorate them with pistachios. Pistachio nuts are
of strategic importance among Iranian producers of agro products. There
is no doubt that Iranian pistachio has the best taste and maximum
nutrition. The special climate of Kerman province is the only best place
for growing pistachios.