The streets of Abu Dhabi have been decorated with dazzling illuminations ahead of Ramadan. Victor Besa / The National
The streets of Abu Dhabi have been decorated with dazzling illuminations ahead of Ramadan. Victor Besa / The National
The decorative lights include beautiful Islamic designs inspired by the holy month. Victor Besa / The National
The decorative lights include beautiful Islamic designs inspired by the holy month. Victor Besa / The National
Hundreds of illuminated shapes have been hung throughout the capital, comprising thousands of colourful lights. Victor Besa / The National
Hundreds of illuminated shapes have been hung throughout the capital, comprising thousands of colourful lights. Victor Besa / The National
The visually appealing, Ramadan-themed designs include crescent shapes and star-shaped pieces. Victor Besa / The National
The visually appealing, Ramadan-themed designs include crescent shapes and star-shaped pieces. Victor Besa / The National
There will also be illuminated lanterns hanging from trees and lamp posts. Victor Besa / The National
There will also be illuminated lanterns hanging from trees and lamp posts. Victor Besa / The National
The decorations aim to provide a joyful setting that reflects the values of the holy month. Victor Besa / The National
The decorations aim to provide a joyful setting that reflects the values of the holy month. Victor Besa / The National
The safety of pedestrians and the environment were taken into consideration before the decorations were hung. Victor Besa / The National
The safety of pedestrians and the environment were taken into consideration before the decorations were hung. Victor Besa / The National
All cables have been safely secured and LED power-saving lights have been used. Victor Besa / The National
All cables have been safely secured and LED power-saving lights have been used. Victor Besa / The National
The lights will be turned on from Thursday, May 10, until the end of the Eid Al Fitr holiday. Victor Besa / The National
The lights will be turned on from Thursday, May 10, until the end of the Eid Al Fitr holiday. Victor Besa / The National

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Abu Dhabi lights up for Ramadan - in pictures

Hundreds of illuminated shapes have been displayed throughout the UAE capital

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April 06, 2021

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