Eid’l Fitr around the world

Eid'l Fitr (or Eid al-fitr) translates to "Festival of Breaking the Fast" and marks the end the 30-day holy fasting period of Ramadan. Celebrated as official holiday in Muslim countries, Eid begins with the first sighting of the new moon.

The celebration traditionally lasts for three days and it is not uncommon for Muslims to dress up for the occasion.

Eid begins at dawn. Before reciting the Eid prayers or Salat al-Eid, Muslims are required to share their blessing by giving alms to the poor or donating to their mosque as a form of purifying their wealth. This is referred to as Zakat, which translates to "that which purifies" or Sadaqah al-Fitr ("charity of breaking the fast").

After prayer, many take the time to visit relatives.

Eid'l Fitr is celebrated all over the world, wherever there are Muslims. Eid Mubarak!

— Aya Tantiangco/BM, GMA News