Photos: UAE marks the start of Ramadan with traditions and celebrations
On the first day of Ramadan, the UAE embraced vibrant traditions and community spirit
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Dubai: From the iconic cannon firing that marks the end of the fast to serene prayers at mosques, the UAE's Ramadan celebrations showcased unity and faith. The images highlight the joyful Iftar moments, where families and individuals came together to share meals and enjoy snacks, symbolising the beginning of a month of reflection, community, and togetherness.
Take a look at Day 1 of Ramadan across the UAE:
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People gather to watch the cannon firing at Expo City, Dubai, as the UAE marks the start of Ramadan on March 1. The cannon is fired at sunset to announce Iftar, the time to break the day’s fast during Ramadan.
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A crowd gathered at Expo City, Dubai, to witness the ceremonial cannon firing, a tradition marking the start of Ramadan.
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Faithful performed prayers after Iftar on the first day of Ramadan at Al Farooq Omar Bin Al Khattab Mosque (Blue Mosque) in Dubai.
Photo: Virendra Saklani/Gulf News
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Worshippers pray at Al Farooq Omar bin Al Khattab Mosque (Blue Mosque) in Dubai on the first day of Ramadan, March 1, 2025.
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The first day of Ramadan 2025: Prayers being offered at the Al Farooq Omar Bin Al Khattab Mosque (Blue Mosque) in Dubai
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Sharing the spirit of Ramadan: Residents enjoy their first Iftar at Al Farooq Omar bin Al Khattab Mosque (Blue Mosque) in Dubai.
Photo: Virendra Saklani/Gulf News
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Joyful Iftar: Community gathers to break their fast at the Al Farooq Omar bin Al Khattab Mosque (Blue Mosque) in Dubai.
Photo: Virendra Saklani/Gulf News
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A moment of reflection and togetherness: Dubai's Al Farooq Omar bin Al Khattab Mosque (Blue Mosque) hosts a community Iftar on the first day of Ramadan.
Photo: Virendra Saklani/Gulf News
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The warmth of community: Residents share their first Iftar of Ramadan at Dubai's Al Farooq Omar bin Al Khattab Mosque (Blue Mosque).
Photo: Virendra Saklani/Gulf News
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Snacks for the first Iftar: Dubai residents prepare for the evening meal.
Photo: Virendra Saklani/Gulf News
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Ramadan traditions: Residents shopping for Iftar snacks in Dubai.
Photo: Virendra Saklani/Gulf News
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Dubai Festival City illuminated with Ramadan decorations as the UAE marks the start of Ramadan on March 1, following the crescent moon sighting on Friday.
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A glimpse of the beautiful Ramadan decorations illuminating Abu Dhabi.
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