Abu Dhabi Police have warned motorists against illegal parking around mosques during Ramadan.
Drivers have also been told not to block traffic around places of worship during the nightly taraweeh prayers.
The force said it had received complaints from residents who live close to mosques about congestion as worshippers rush to prayers.
“This is one of a number of recurring negative behaviours from worshippers during Ramadan because many of them want to make it in time for the prayers,” the force said on social media.
Offenders face Dh500 in fines and four black points.
UAE malls decorated for Ramadan - in pictures
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Ramadan decorations up at the Waterfront Market, Deira, Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National -
Ramadan decorations up at the Waterfront Market, Deira, Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National -
Ramadan decorations up at the Waterfront Market, Deira, Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National -
Times Square Centre in Dubai has a mini majlis set-up. Chris Whiteoak / The National -
Crescent moon decorations adorn City Walk, Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National -
Elegant decorations at City Walk. Chris Whiteoak / The National -
Festive decorations at the Galleria Mall Extension, Abu Dhabi. Khushnum Bhandari / The National -
Crescent moons and stars feature prominently in Galleria Mall. Khushnum Bhandari / The National -
Visitors admire the decorations at Galleria Mall. Khushnum Bhandari / The National -
A sign at Dubai World Trade Centre wishes everyone Ramadan Kareem, which in Arabic means 'generous Ramadan'. Chris Whiteoak / The National -
Children enjoy the festive Ramadan decor at Al Wahda Mall, Abu Dhabi. Victor Besa / The National -
Visitors stop for photos at Al Wahda Mall. Victor Besa / The National -
Ramadan decorations are spread throughout Al Wahda Mall. Victor Besa / The National -
A dainty ornament at Al Wahda Mall. Victor Besa / The National -
Window displays at Al Wahda Mall. Victor Besa / The National -
Ramadan lanterns at Al Wahda Mall. Victor Besa / The National -
Shoppers walk under ceiling decorations at Al Wahda Mall. Victor Besa / The National -
A large installation at Mall of the Emirates in Dubai. Pawan Singh / The National -
Lights set the festive mood at Mall of the Emirates. Pawan Singh / The National -
Crescent moons hang from the ceilings at Mall of the Emirates. Pawan Singh / The National -
A seasonal banner at Times Square Centre in Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National -
Times Square Centre has been decked out for the holy month. Chris Whiteoak / The National
