Eid Al Fitr celebrations amid COVID-19 restrictions in UAE

Greeting family on Zoom and meeting up at malls among plans amid precautionary measures

Published: May 11, 2021 15:47 Compiled by Devadasan K P, Picture Editor

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The UAE goes to great lengths to decorate itself during Eid Al Fitr. Municipal areas, buildings, shops, roads and houses are decorated in lights and other cheerful adornments. Image Credit: Virendra Saklani/Gulf News

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With Eid Al Fitr around the corner Dubai residents prepare for the occasion at Mall of the Emirates. Image Credit: Clint Egbert/Gulf News

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Festive lights and decorations on Sheikh Zayed road as UAE residents get ready to celebrate Eid. Image Credit: Virendra Saklani/Gulf News

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Normally, Eid Al Fitr (which comes at the end of Ramadan) is marked with social visits and feasting with friends. However, with the pandemic still on, residents said they plan on making the most of the circumstances. Image Credit: Clint Egbert/Gulf News

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People enjoy the stunning Eid decorations and shopping discounts at Mall of the Emirates. Image Credit: Clint Egbert/Gulf News

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Shoppers at Lulu HyperMarket in Al Qusais, Dubai. The National Emergency, Crisis and Disasters Management Authority (NCEMA) has advised residents to celebrate with members of their own households as much as possible, and to avoid family visits and gatherings. Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News

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Residents buying sweets at Al Nujood sweets in Satwa ahead of Eid. Image Credit: Virendra Saklani/Gulf News

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Eid Al Fitr prayers will be held across the UAE in strict adherence to COVID-19 precautionary measures. Image Credit: Clint Egbert/Gulf News

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Shoppers at Old Souq in Sharjah shopping for Eid Al Fitr. Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News

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A family shops at the Lulu hypermarket in Al Qusais, Dubai. Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News

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