From festive Ramadan fairs in Surabaya to flood-affected shelters in Aceh, Indonesia observes the holy month with prayer, fasting, and family meals. Communities blend devotion, resilience, and cultural traditions during this sacred period. Pics/AFP
Updated On: 2026-02-26 06:05 PM IST
Compiled by : Tarun Verma
A man concentrates on reading the Koran at the Al Makmur mosque, highlighting the spiritual devotion observed during the holy month in Banda Aceh
Some men rest while others read the Koran following congregational noon prayers at Banda Aceh
In Surabaya, a street vendor fries battered tofu as Muslims buy food to break their fast, reflecting the vibrant street life and culinary traditions
Contrary to the fetive celebrations, Ramadan in Meureudu, Aceh province sees flood survivors sit for a pre-dawn meal (suhoor) in temporary housing before starting their Ramadan fast , following devastating floods and landslides in late 2025
A family gathers to break their fast together in a flood relief tent in Meurah Dua, showing the importance of communal meals and family unity
A woman in a temporary tent in Meurah Dua faces towards Mecca while praying, demonstrating resilience and faith amidst displacement after the floods in Pidie Jaya district