Ramadan, Islam’s holiest month, is marked by fasting, prayers, self reflection, and charity. PIC/AFP
Muslim devotees offers prayers at the shrine of Sheikh Abdul Qadir al-Jilani in central Baghdad during the holy month of Ramadan
Muslims gather at the shrine to break their fast (iftar) together, observing the daily ritual of Ramadan after a day of fasting from dawn until dusk
Baghdad’s marketplaces in Al-Sadriyah see bustling crowds gathering to shop for essentials and festive foods
In the heart of Baghdad, an Iraqi baker prepares bread, contributing to the daily meals that sustain devotees through the long fasting hours
An Iraqi chef cooks a pre-dawn meal (suhoor) in preparation for the day’s fast in Al-Sadriyah district, highlighting the dedication of food workers
Along Baghdad’s streets, a vendor sells coffee, catering to residents as they prepare for iftar and evening prayers
Coffee shop workers prepare Shisha pipes, a traditional part of social gatherings, as friends and families relax after breaking their fast
Across Baghdad, the rhythm of life during Ramadan blends devotion, community, and culture, from prayer at sacred shrines to bustling markets and shared meals.
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