India is a country of multi-religions and people are free here to celebrate their festivals and fairs as per their traditions and rituals with much fervor and enthusiasm. As the holy month of Ramadan has come to an end, Indian Muslims are all set to celebrate their biggest festival known as Eid-UL-Fitr or simply Eid. The festival is known for celebrating love and togetherness between friends and relatives. The festivity brings the occasion to devour and enjoy lip smacking sevaiyaan and biryani after breaking the long fast. Eid is celebrated at the end of Ramadan – a month to pray and commemorate the lesions and the sacrifices of Prophet Muhammad.

The literal meaning of Eid-UL-Fitr is ‘festival of breaking the fast’ and this is celebrated with great enthusiasm in India. Explore with us the best places to celebrate Eid in India.

Jama Masjid, Delhi

Jama Masjid is the first place to offer namaz in India for signifying the conclusion of the holy month of Ramadan. Jama Masjid is a popular heritage site that becomes the biggest attraction of the capital on the eve of Eid-ul-Fitr. This time, you can see the mosque packed with devotees. If they can’t find the space inside the mosque, then they relax on the stairs and the street outside. Old Delhi can be seen stuffed with the vibrant crowd that seem very enthusiastic about their festival and look awesome in their colorful attire. The entire Old Delhi seems to be indulging into the galore of the festival.

Haji Ali, Mumbai

Haji Ali is an amazing example of Islamic architecture, which is standing proudly on the shores of the Arabian Sea. Comprised of white domes and minarets, the place is visited by people without any religious discrimination and faith. It is situated close to the coast of Mumbai on high rocks surrounded by the sea. This sacred place is visited by a lot of devotees and visitors. Some visit the place for their religious faith and some are allured by the visual beauty of the place. It is said that whoever prays here is never disappointed. A huge number of people visit Haji Ali on the holy occasion of Eid keeping a long awaited wish in their hearts. The special place & eve become more special with a visit to Haji Ali on Eid-UL-Fitr.

Masjid-E-Khadria, Bangalore

This is an amazing built mosque in Bangalore located close to the Bangalore Cantt Railway Station. The holy place is sited inside Quddus Saheb Eidgah – a place where Haj camp is constructed every year. The mosque witnesses a huge number of footfalls on the occasion of Eid. People come here to perform Namaz. Nearby the mosque, several fun facilities is available.

Mecca Masjid, Hyderabad

Also referred as Makkah Masjid, Mecca Mosque is one of the biggest heritage buildings of the old city of Hyderabad. The main hall of the mosque is 75 feet high, 220 feet wide and 180 feet long. It can accommodate 10,000 worshipers in just one go. On the occasion of Eid-UL-Fitr, the mosque becomes a hub of activity and prayers. People gather to exchange wishes and share delicious sheer khurma.

Eid-UL-Fitr is a time to indulge into the basics of humanity like love, empathy, friendliness and sociality. It is time to exchange best wishes from each other and forget all the aversions.

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