Ramadan
September 13th - October 11th
Ramadan is the ninth month of the Muslim calendar, and one of the most sacred, for Muslims fast during this time. The most important celebration of Ramadan takes place in Jerusalem, bringing together thousands of Muslims from all over the world.
The arrival of the crescent moon marks the beginning of thirty days of fasting, during which they refrain from eating, drinking alcohol and smoking, until the dawn of a new day. Both men and women have to observe the fast.
Ramadan is a time of joy and festivities for Muslims, who celebrate the occasion by holding special dinners and exchanging gifts with family and friends. New clothes are often bought and worn for the occasion. Muslims are also encouraged to read the entire Qu'ran during Ramadan.
On Eid al-Frit - the final day of Ramadan – worshippers get up at dawn, cleanse themselves and put on their finest clothes and some perfume before congregating in mosques.
Find out more about Jerusalem and other destinations at www.oneplanettravel.com
(Photo by Simpson)
The arrival of the crescent moon marks the beginning of thirty days of fasting, during which they refrain from eating, drinking alcohol and smoking, until the dawn of a new day. Both men and women have to observe the fast.
Ramadan is a time of joy and festivities for Muslims, who celebrate the occasion by holding special dinners and exchanging gifts with family and friends. New clothes are often bought and worn for the occasion. Muslims are also encouraged to read the entire Qu'ran during Ramadan.
On Eid al-Frit - the final day of Ramadan – worshippers get up at dawn, cleanse themselves and put on their finest clothes and some perfume before congregating in mosques.
Find out more about Jerusalem and other destinations at www.oneplanettravel.com
(Photo by Simpson)