The Best Of The Holy Month Of Ramadan in Mombasa.

Main story Courtesy:Anuj Tiwari of India times.

The symbol of togetherness in our Muslim community

Ramadan is the holiest month of the Islamic calendar and is observed by Muslims across the world. The festival is celebrated in the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar. The Arabic phrase “Ramadan Kareem” means to enjoy a blessed and happy Ramadan.

Muslim community observes fast from dawn to dusk. After the day is over, in the evening, they break their fast by eating meals, known as Iftar with family or friends. It is believed that by refraining from food and water throughout the day, one understands the pain and sufferings of other people and gets closer to the almighty God (Allah).

Taking a tour around the city streets of Mombasa during the day ,hardly you could find any eating action as many restaurants are owned by natives and the culture is to observe fasting . However by 6pm all most of the streets are filled with street food for the Muslim faithful to indulge.

Around GPO, Mombasa streets.

Landmark (Mombasa tusks.)

Taking a tour around Mombasa old town.

Sample menu in one of the eatery.

During the holy month of Ramadan Roza (fasting) begins after sunrise and culminates with sunset Consumption of food and water is prohibited between sunrise and sunset. Interestingly, the days start with Fajr (prayer during dawn), followed by Zhuhr (midday), Asr (afternoon), Maghrib (evening) and conclude with the Isha (night).

However after day fasting ifat is served in all it’s form, from fresh fruit juices to Swahili snacks of all kinds. Faithfuls feast.

Muslims consume a pre-dawn meal called Suhur, and they break their fast by having Iftaar during this month.

Chicken Tikka

Ramadan is also a time for spiritual reflection, prayer, and charitable giving. Muslims are encouraged to read the entire Quran during the month, and many mosques offer daily prayers and study groups. In addition, Muslims are expected to give to charity during Ramadan, with many mosques and charitable organizations organising food drives and other initiatives to help those in need.

Old town street

As the Muslim faithfull all over the world observe the holy month of Ramadan we wish them all the best. Will meet again during the end of Ramadan (Idd All Fitri)