Persian New Year
Azerbaijani enthusiasts of Varzesh-e Pahlavani, the ancient Iranian martial art, perform during celebration of the Persian New Year, known as Nowruz, in Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan. Nowruz is a traditional holiday in Central Asia and in Iran, which celebrates the New Year, and the coming of Spring.

Belgian art: A visitor looks at art works of Italian artist Matteo Pugliese during Eurantica, the Belgian Fine Art and Antique Fair in the Heyzel Palaces in Brussels. Eurantica Fine Art Fair is the highlight of the Belgian calendar for collectors of period paintings, modern art, jewellery, stamped furniture and vintage design. Photo: REUTERS

Renaissance revisited: “The Adoration of the Kings” by Paolo Veronese is displayed at an exhibition of his work at the National Gallery in London. The exhibition “Veronese: Magnificence in Renaissance Venice” is on till June 15 this year. Photos: AFP

Dubai fair: A piece of art titled “Venus/2010” by Georgian artist Giorgi Khaniashvili is displayed at Madinat Jumeirah in Dubai during a media tour prior to the opening of the 8th edition of Art Dubai international fair. Art Dubai is one of the leading international art fairs in the Middle East and South Asia.