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See how residents mark Ramadan 2021 in Dubai, Sharjah

It's a time of family and self-reflection

Published: April 22, 2021 18:21 Nilanjana G. Javed, Editorial Liaison Manager

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Muslim worshippers maintain social distancing as they pray on the first Friday of the holy fasting month of Ramadan at a mosque in Dubai on April 16, 2021. — Ramadan is not only a month of prayers, but also a time of spiritual fervor and family. Muslims worldwide fast from dawn to sunset. This year, things are a bit different owing to the coronavirus pandemic. | Above: Muslims offering prayers practice social distancing. Image Credit: AFP

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Muslims offering first taraweeh prayers of Holy month of Ramadan at Al Noor mosque in Sharjah. — Taraweeh prayers, which involves the reading of long passages from the Quran, is one of the most cherished of elements of Ramadan. | Above: Worshippers offer prayers in Al Noor mosque in Sharjah. Image Credit: Virendra Saklani/Gulf News

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Residents offering Taraweeh prayer outside a mosque in Al Majaj, Sharjah. — Muslims line up at night to observe a number of optional rakats of prayers and listen to and reflect on the recitation of the Quran. | Above: Residents offer Taraweeh prayers in Sharjah. Image Credit: Virendra Saklani/Gulf News

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Ramadan decoration at Al Majaz Waterfront in Sharjah. — Dubai and Sharjah also celebrate with a number of shopping, entertainment and cultural events during this time.| Above: ‘Ramadan Nights’ shopping and cultural event begins Thursday in Sharjah. Image Credit: Virendra Saklani/Gulf News

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Ramadan in Dubai — Decorations are an integral part of preparations for the holy month. | Above: Ramadan decorations at Deira City Centre in Dubai. Image Credit: Virendra Saklani/Gulf News

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Ramadan decoration at City Center in Sharjah. — City Centre in Sharjah is decorated with Ramadan-themed installations. Image Credit: Virendra Saklani/Gulf News

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This picture taken on April 20, 2021 shows a traditional lantern known in Arabic as — Festive lights and decorations adorn the streets and roundabouts in Dubai. Image Credit: AFP

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Residents buying snacks just before the Iftar time at Bur Dubai. — Food is an essential part of Ramadan. And as people fast through the day, evening meals must be nutritious. | Above: Residents in Bur Dubai buy pakoras, hot and flavorful fried vegetables. It’s dish that can be adapted for meat lovers and vegetarians. Image Credit: Virendra Saklani/Gulf News

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Snacks diaplayed at Pakistan Sweets shop in Sharjah during Ramadan. — Pakoras, or fritters, are not only our favourite items during Ramadan. Each community brings its own flavour to an iftar. Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/ Gulf News

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Snacks diaplayed at Pakistan Sweets shop in Sharjah on the first day of Holy month of Ramadan 2021. 13th April 2021. — Dates are a must while breaking fasts. Then come the richer snacks such as jalebi (above) Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/ Gulf News

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