Hundreds of Muslims in the small northern town of Nalerigu, Ghana gather to pray together for “Eidigyiŋni” (Eid prayers) in May 2021. This annual gathering in a field on the east side of town marks the end of the Ramadan, the Islamic Holy Month of fasting.

During the early evening (Maghrib) prayer time at a mosque in Bangkok, worshipers join in unison to recite prayers in Arabic while repeating a series of devotional gestures, called Rak’ha. IMB Photo

Hundreds of muslims in Ghana gather to pray together for Eid prayers. This annual gathering in a field on the east side of town marks the end of the Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of fasting. IMB Photo

A man prepares food at a South Asian mosque for the evening meal to break the day’s fast during Ramadan. In Arabic, the meal is called “Iftar.” Muslims around the world fast during Ramadan. They break the fast at the time of the evening call to prayer. Mosques offer free Iftar meals.

A woman prays at the grave of a relative. According to Islamic tradition, it is recommended that a living plant or herbs be placed on top of or next to the grave to improve the deceased’s state on the morning of Eid al-Fitr. Eid is a three-day holiday that marks the end of Ramadan in the Muslim faith. It is a time to celebrate with family and friends the completion of a month of blessings and joy. The first morning, families visit the graveside of relatives and then go to pray.

A woman reads and recites prayers over a grave. According to Islamic tradition, it is recommended that a living plant or herbs be placed on top of or next to the grave to improve the deceased’s state on the morning of Eid al-Fitr. Eid is a three-day holiday that marks the end of Ramadan in the Muslim faith. It is a time to celebrate with family and friends the completion of a month of blessings and joy. The first morning, families visit the graveside of relatives and then go to pray.

Three men read and recite prayers over a grave. According to Islamic tradition, it is recommended that a living plant or herbs be placed on top of or next to the grave to improve the deceased’s state on the morning of Eid al-Fitr. Eid is a three-day holiday that marks the end of Ramadan in the Muslim faith. It is a time to celebrate with family and friends the completion of a month of blessings and joy. The first morning, families visit the graveside of relatives and then go to pray.

The afternoon sun shines through glasses of fresh pomegranate juice that is squeezed at a street vendor’s stall during Eid al-Fitr in Old Town Damascus in Damascus, Syria. People came to the historic area of town to celebrate the three-day holiday that marks the end of Ramadan in the Muslim faith.

Men and women gather in Old Town Damascus in Damascus, Syria, to celebrate Eid al-Fitr. People came to celebrate the three-day holiday that marks the end of Ramadan in the Muslim faith.

A young Syrian boy sells magnets that look like small fruits and vegetables during Eid al-Fitr in Old Town Damascus. People were out in the thousands to celebrate the three-day holiday that marks the end of Ramadan in the Muslim faith. Special markets open for the celebration.

Syrians walk on the streets of Old City Damascus in Damascus, Syria, during the last night of Eid al-Fitr. Eid is a three-day holiday that marks the end of Ramadan. It is a time to celebrate with family and friends. After visiting family, people go out to markets, play games and engage in fun activities. It is also a time for ladies to wear new clothing, people to give to charity and to get in touch with family regardless of where they are in the world.

Portrait of a man in northern Ghana on the Muslim holiday of Eid al-Fitr. This annual gathering marks the end of fasting for Ramada, the Islamic holy month. IMB Photo

Portrait of a man in northern Ghana on the Muslim holiday of Eid al-Fitr. This annual gathering marks the end of fasting for Ramada, the Islamic holy month. IMB Photo

Portrait of a man in northern Ghana on the Muslim holiday of Eid al-Fitr. This annual gathering marks the end of fasting for Ramada, the Islamic holy month. IMB Photo

A Muslim woman shows off the intricate henna designs on her hand in northern Ghana on the Muslim holiday of Eid al-Fitr. This annual gathering marks the end of fasting for Ramada, the Islamic holy month. IMB Photo

Portrait of a woman in northern Ghana on the Muslim holiday of Eid al-Fitr. This annual gathering marks the end of fasting for Ramada, the Islamic holy month. IMB Photo

Portrait of a woman in northern Ghana on the Muslim holiday of Eid al-Fitr. This annual gathering marks the end of fasting for Ramada, the Islamic Holy Month. IMB Photo

Portrait of a woman in northern Ghana on the Muslim holiday of Eid al-Fitr. This annual gathering marks the end of fasting for Ramada, the Islamic holy month. IMB Photo

A veiled Muslim woman raises her hands in prayer in northern Ghana on the Muslim holiday of Eid al-Fitr. This annual gathering marks the end of fasting for Ramadan, the Islamic holy month. IMB Photo

A man collects alms for the poor on the Muslim holiday of Eid al-Fitr. This annual gathering marks the end of fasting for Ramadan, the Islamic holy month. IMB Photo