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First day of Eid Al Fitr in the UAE on Tuesday
The Eid Ul Fitr is celebrated on the first day of the Shawwal, the month that comes after the month of Ramadan (a popular festival of the Muslims) in the Islamic calendar. It marks the end of the Ramadan and allows the Muslims to end their fast which they had started at the beginning of Ramadan. The word ‘Fitr’ means to break, which indicates that the Muslims break their fast and evil habits, thus feeling the joy of attaining a sense of spirituality after fasting.
The people of UAE indulge in Eid Ul Fitr celebrations with great enthusiasm. They usually wear white dresses with a long traditional ‘Thoub’ and ‘Ogal’. The ‘Ogal’ is a scarf having check patterns; it is attached with a black turban. Wearing these white dresses, the people offer prayers at the mosque. They also offer gifts to their loved ones on this special day. On the Eid Ul Fitr, festive fairs are held throughout the United Arab Emirates. The women paint their hands with henna and prepare sweets to gift to their dear ones on this day.
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