Eid festivities amid COVID-19: UAE residents improvise celebrations

Eid celebrations underway in and around the UAE, with popular areas bustling with people

Last updated: July 22, 2021 | 15:58

Nilanjana G. Javed, Editorial Liaison Manager

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As the UAE celebrates Eid Al Fitr, along with the rest of the world, residents here are trying to make the most of a long weekend with friends and family, while complying with COVID-19 protocol. Above: Lost in beautiful maze of Al Qudra Lake.

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Avoiding large gatherings, people are mostly joining in the festivities in smaller groups, as stipulated by the authorities. Above: New picnic spot . The manmade lake attracts visitors daily.

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Al Qudra is a popular picnic spot and home to nearly 180 species of birds and free-roaming wildlife.

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Friends and family at the Al Qudra Lake.

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People take pictures on the occasion of Eid Al Adha.

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A woman takes a selfie photograph with the Dubai Marina behind her at The View at the Palm observation deck in Dubai.

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Family members greet each other on the occasion of Eid Al Adha.

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Devotees during the Eid prayer on the occasion of Eid Al Adha.

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