After fasting for a month, Muslims will enter Victory Day, Eid al -Fitr, the great day of Muslims around the world. Uniquely, in order to celebrate the big day of Eid al-Fitr, each country has its own traditions. Starting from homecoming traditions, festivals, to special food.
Although different, this tradition is a joy in its own way in celebrating Eid. Compiled from various sources, here are the traditions of Eid celebrations from various countries.
Indonesia
Indonesia has various traditions of celebrating Eid. On the night before Eid, the people held a takbiran around, carrying drums, lighting firecrackers and carrying torches along the road.
In addition, Indonesia is also known for its nomadic culture. Entering the end of Ramadan, nomads usually return to their hometowns or the homes of their elderly families to gather during Eid. This nomadic tradition also aims to establish friendship with families who have not seen each other for a long time.
Malaysia
Just like in Indonesia, Malaysia also has a tradition of traveling to its hometown. In the hometown, the house will be decorated and special Malaysian dishes will be prepared, such as ketupat, lemang, and bubur lambuk. There is also an open house tradition to welcome guests during Eid, and is served with a variety of Malaysian specialties.
Saudi Arabia
On the eve of Eid, Saudi Arabia held lively events and art activities. It starts by decorating their house with special Eid decorations. Eid activities will begin with the Ied Prayer, then welcome to the homes of family and friends.
Next, there will be a family gathering to enjoy their typical food, namely lamb mixed with rice and vegetables.
Turkey
This unique tradition from Turkey is also interesting to listen to. Turkey celebrates Eid by holding Seker Bayram, a sugar festival that holds Eid by tasting sweets such as chocolate, candy, and sweet bread.
This festival has been going on in decline in Turkey. In Turkish, Bayram means a national holiday celebration, while Seker means sweets.
This unique tradition from Turkey is also interesting to listen to. Turkey celebrates Eid by holding Seker Bayram, a sugar festival that holds Eid by tasting sweets such as chocolate, candy, and sweet bread.
United Arab Emirates
There is another unique tradition from the United Arab Emirates, namely Ouzi, a local dish of fresh goat mixed with rice and garnished with fried pine nuts. In addition, the country also hosts cultural performances such as magic tricks, garden decorations, and dance performances.