Turkish people to begin Ramadan fasting on Tuesday

AhlulBayt News Agency (ABNA): Muslims in Turkey are gearing up to welcome the holy month of Ramadan which will begin on Tuesday.

Fasting from sunrise to sunset during Ramadan is one of Islam’s five pillars. It is a time of self-examination and increased religious devotion.

Like last year, Muslims in the country will observe Ramadan under certain restrictions due to the pandemic.

During the holy month, gatherings for sahur and iftar -- pre-dawn and fast-breaking meals, respectively -- are prohibited nationwide.

Tarawih, the special night prayers during Ramadan, will not be allowed at mosques, according to the Presidency of Religious Affairs (Diyanet).

Additionally, weekend lockdowns will be in place across Turkey during the Muslim holy month.

Besides, during Ramadan, restaurants and coffeehouses will only be open for takeaway and delivery services.

However, around 3,200 Ramadan drummers, who wake people up for the pre-dawn meal as part of an Ottoman tradition, will head to the streets of Istanbul.

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