The AAN team would like to wish a joyful and peaceful Eid al Fitr to friends and readers, to all Muslims around the world and particularly to the people of Afghanistan. This year, as the Eid ceasefire in Afghanistan begins, there will be more space for festivities around the country.
Fruit Sellers in Kabul before Eid. Photo: Obaid Ali 2018
Stocked dry fruit shop in Kabul before Eid. Photo: Obaid Ali – 2018
As AAN has reported before, Afghans celebrate the end of the month-long fast and the arrival of Eid al Fitr in many ways. As well as the customary Eid prayers, special food is cooked, friends and family visited, and, for those who can afford it, new clothes are worn. People remember those who have passed away that year. There might be local wrestling competitions, agey jangawal (egg-fighting) or ghursai (one-legged fighting).
Happy Eid to all!
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This article was last updated on 9 Mar 2020
