Ramadan for foreigners – as explained in the UAE

Ramadan is well underway, one of the most important periods on the Islamic calendar.

In the United Arab Emirates, where the native population is heavily outnumbered by foreigners, efforts are underway to explain to expats the holy month and other aspects of local life.

“We have large millions of non-Emiratis living in the UAE. We have a very unique situation. It is very cosmopolitan. These people need to know about the culture of the UAE,” said Abdullah bin Eisa Al Serkal, Director of the Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Centre for Cultural Understanding.

The daily fast from sunrise to sunset often ends with a large evening meal – Iftar.

Guests are invited to the Sheikh Mohamed Cultural Centre to enjoy it and find out more.

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