Dubai Creek in Ramadan - in pictures

  • Abra captains prepare to break their fast on Dubai Creek during Ramadan. All photos: Antonie Robertson / The National
    Abra captains prepare to break their fast on Dubai Creek during Ramadan. All photos: Antonie Robertson / The National
  • Some captains gather in small groups to break their fast together.
    Some captains gather in small groups to break their fast together.
  • The captains prepare a simple meal before iftar.
    The captains prepare a simple meal before iftar.
  • Boats are moored along the Creek.
    Boats are moored along the Creek.
  • The meals can include fruit, dates, meat and salad.
    The meals can include fruit, dates, meat and salad.
  • The abra captains are able to take a moment of quiet reflection after a day of ferrying passengers across the Creek.
    The abra captains are able to take a moment of quiet reflection after a day of ferrying passengers across the Creek.
  • Samosas, fried bananas and other treats are sold to customers in old Dubai.
    Samosas, fried bananas and other treats are sold to customers in old Dubai.
  • Iftar is a busy time for food sellers.
    Iftar is a busy time for food sellers.