Mina: Guests of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Program for Hajj, Umrah, and Visit, organized by the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Call, and Guidance, marked Eid al-Fitr at their camps in Mina. Pilgrims from various cultural backgrounds gathered at the holy sites, each showcasing the distinct customs and traditions of their respective countries.
According to Saudi Press Agency, Hajj Qamar Hussain from Bangladesh donned his country's official attire, the Punjabi outfit, at the Mina camps. He shared, "The day of Eid begins with us going to the prayer grounds for Eid prayer as a group-women, children, men, and the elderly. We then hug each other after the prayer to celebrate Eid. After that, we slaughter sacrificial animals and distribute the meat to the poor and needy. Visits to relatives, friends, and neighbors ensue, marking a joyful Eid."
He further explained that evenings are spent with friends and family, exchanging greetings and gifts with children, a tradition that continues throughout the days of Tashreeq.
Hajj Abdullah Karim from Benin detailed their Eid Al-Adha practices, noting that they wear their official national attire before attending the Eid prayer. Sacrificial animals are slaughtered during the days of Tashreeq, with Allah's greatness proclaimed and blessings exchanged. Celebrations continue into the evening with communal dinners featuring the sacrificial meat.
This year, the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Program for Hajj, Umrah, and Visit, spearheaded by the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Call, and Guidance, hosted 2,443 pilgrims from over 100 countries. All services were meticulously provided under the Ministry's supervision, following the royal directive for this season's guests.