Generous vibes of Ramadan in Karbala - in pictures
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At night, Karbala is illuminated by colourful lights and decorations. All photos: Sinan Mahmoud / The National -
Women recite prayers at Imam Hussein Shrine -
Volunteers prepare iftar meals -
Food being made for the breaking of the day's fast at sunset -
Volunteers inside an annexe of the Imam Hussein Shrine prepare iftar meals -
The city has a festive and welcoming atmosphere -
The city is host to the gold-domed shrines of Imam Hussein and his brother Imam Abbas -
The Quran is recited -
The holy recitals are part of educational programmes inside the ornately decorated shrines -
The mausoleum of Imam Hussein -
Inside Mudhif Imam Hussein, which was established in 2006 to offer free meals for pilgrims, volunteers and staff at the city's shrines -
Mudhif means guesthouse in Arabic -
A stall offers free tea and water for pilgrims -
Karbala attracts many worshippers during Ramadan -
All ages are welcome -
Visitors say Karbala offers a chance to catch up with friends during holy month -
Iftar meals are served in a sacred area between the two famous shrines -
Karbala comes to life at night during Ramadan -
The iftar gathering
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