• The Mall of the Emirates in Dubai is decked with decorations for Ramadan. All photos: Pawan Singh / The National
    The Mall of the Emirates in Dubai is decked with decorations for Ramadan. All photos: Pawan Singh / The National
  • Ramadan in the UAE starts today, Saturday.
    Ramadan in the UAE starts today, Saturday.
  • Ramadan is the ninth and holiest month of the Islamic calendar.
    Ramadan is the ninth and holiest month of the Islamic calendar.
  • Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset every day of the month.
    Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset every day of the month.
  • Fasting is one of the five pillars of Islam.
    Fasting is one of the five pillars of Islam.
  • Respect and sensitivity for the religious customs associated with Ramadan are expected throughout the holy month.
    Respect and sensitivity for the religious customs associated with Ramadan are expected throughout the holy month.
  • In most emirates, eating and drinking in public places — including cars — during Ramadan is prohibited.
    In most emirates, eating and drinking in public places — including cars — during Ramadan is prohibited.
  • Malls remain open, so people can have access to supermarkets, shops, restaurants and cafes.
    Malls remain open, so people can have access to supermarkets, shops, restaurants and cafes.

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Ramadan decorations at Mall of the Emirates - in pictures

The holy month starts in the UAE today

The National

April 02, 2022

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Updated: October 14, 2022, 7:41 AM
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