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When it comes to the Holy Month of Ramadan, it's best to be fully prepared and know exactly what's expected of you throughout.
Here are some quick pointers for those who previously have not been in the city during the Ramadan period:
for the Holy Month
of Ramadan!
DO Dress Appropriately
Men and women should display a certain amount of modesty during the Holy Month of Ramadan. Be extra careful with the way in which you dress. Ensure that knees and shoulders are covered, be aware of necklines and wear loose fitting clothing during the month. Pashminas are great for covering up and extra confidence during Ramadan.
DO Exchange Ramadan Greetings
It is customary to use the greeting “Ramadan Kareem” when meeting Muslims, and at the end of Ramadan, for the three day Eid celebrations, “Eid Mubarak.” You may feel uncomfortable to say the foreign words now but during the Holy Month of Ramadan, the greetings are everywhere and using them is appreciated.
DO Be Charitable
An important element of the Holy Month is to be generous to those less fortunate by donating food, clothes or money to individuals and charitable organisations. Muslims are expected to give Zakat which is approximately 2.5% of their annual savings to the less fortunate.
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