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Dubai - 30 days of fast ... it's now time for celebrations

By Web Report

Published: Wed 6 Jul 2016, 9:57 AM

Last updated: Wed 6 Jul 2016, 5:10 PM

Muslims around the world are celebrating the festival of Eid today which brings an end to the holy month of Ramadan.
Over 200 nationalities bring in their tradition, culture and food to celebrate. Eid cheer, enjoyed by Muslims and non-Muslims alike, resonates throughout the country, creating a festive atmosphere.

People gather to offer prayers during #EidAlFitr outside Musalah Mosque in Deira,#Dubai. Photos by Neeraj Murali pic.twitter.com/Sdj7epaCSa
- Khaleej Times (@khaleejtimes) July 6, 2016

People gather to offer prayers during #EidAlFitr in Bur Dubai, #Dubai. Photos by Rahul Gajjar#EidMubarak #EidulFitr pic.twitter.com/grynfDjP7Y
- Khaleej Times (@khaleejtimes) July 6, 2016

People gather to offer prayers during #EidAlFitr in #Sharjah.
Photos by Juidin Bernarrd#EidMubarak #EidulFitr pic.twitter.com/cjyiwsskNs
- Khaleej Times (@khaleejtimes) July 6, 2016

Many people have already planned their holidays - which coincide with the three-month-long school break - and have flown back to their homes to spend Eid day with their families.
Children in their finery take to theme parks and play areas in shopping malls. Concerts and live performances are added attractions during the holidays.

While shopping malls and restaurants tend to be favou-rite destinations, hotels and resorts have seen a significant increase in reservations, too.
WATCH: Eid Al Fitr prayers at a mosque in Deira, Dubai

The Northern Emirates seems to be a favourite spot for people from Dubai and Abu Dhabi, maybe because of the quietness of the place and the vast beaches and numerous resorts.
The roads may not be jammed with traffic, but cars zooming past with Saudi number plates have become a common sight.