The beginning and end of the Muslim season of Ramadan are determined by lunar sightings, which differ around the world. In countries including Saudi Arabia, the United Arab of Emirates, Kuwait, Bahrain, Iraq, and Qatar, that happened Tuesday, while in Egypt, the Palestinian territories, and Jordan the conclusion – marked by the Eid al-Fitr celebration – occurred on Wednesday. Cairo-based photojournalist Hamada Elrasam captures a glimpse of the anticipation and celebration shared by all in Egypt.
In Egypt, Prayers and Family Feasts Mark End of Ramadan
The beginning and end of the Muslim season of Ramadan are determined by lunar sightings, which differ around the world. In countries including Saudi Arabia, the United Arab of Emirates, Kuwait, Bahrain, Iraq, and Qatar, that happened Tuesday, while in Egypt, the Palestinian territories, and Jordan the conclusion – marked by the Eid al-Fitr celebration – occurred on Wednesday. Cairo-based photojournalist Hamada Elrasam captures a glimpse of the anticipation and celebration shared by all in Egypt.
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Men gather in Giza, just outside Cairo, for Eid prayers Wednesday.
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Two friends pose for a photo after finishing the prayers in Giza.
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The rush is on at Cairo’s main railway station. After a day’s work in Cairo on the 29th and final afternoon of Ramadan, villagers head home for the Eid al-Fitr celebration with their families.
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Some would say that no Eid feast in Egypt is complete without the cookies known as “Kahk.” Cairo residents line up at a confectioner’s in central Cairo to buy them fresh for the celebration.