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.