From the Kaaba in Mecca to the streets of East Jerusalem, Muslims mark the holy month of Ramadan with prayers and reflection
As Muslims around the world observe the holy month of Ramadan, these powerful images capture the essence of the spiritual observance, marked by fasting from dawn to dusk and moments of reflection and prayer.
In East Jerusalem, a Muslim woman plays with a child near the Dome of the Rock, part of the sacred compound known to Muslims as the Noble Sanctuary. This site holds great significance for both Muslims and Jews. The image symbolizes the blend of faith and family life that Ramadan fosters.
In Dhaka, Bangladesh, Muslims gather for the first Friday prayers of Ramadan at the Baitul Mukarram National Mosque, while in Istanbul, Turkey, worshippers pray at the iconic Hagia Sophia mosque. Across Kathmandu, Nepal, devotees gather at the Kashmiri Masjid for prayers on this holy occasion.
The Grand Mosque in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, sees thousands of Muslims praying around the Kaaba, the holiest shrine in Islam. In Quetta, Pakistan, a security guard stands watch as locals offer their first Friday prayers of Ramadan.
In Nairobi, Kenya, young girls read the Qur’an ahead of Friday prayers, reflecting the devotion seen among Muslim communities worldwide during this sacred month.
