Unique way to welcome ramadhan in several countries.

Literally, Ramadan is the ninth month of the Hijri calendar (Islamic calendar). For Muslims, this month is very special. Where only this month, Muslims can be fused sin, once an invaluable reward amount.

Not infrequently, in addition to increasing religious activities and a full month of fasting, Ramadan is also filled with a variety of cultural activities menganak pinak in various countries. In Indonesia, Ramadan is often interpreted as an increase in the activity of religious, cultural and open with Ngabuburit (The streets while waiting for load time). What about in other countries?

The Egyptians are generally welcomed Eid with traditional lamp named Fanus install in every home. This tradition has been going on since the time of Fattimiyah dynasty, which always uses Fanus to welcome the arrival of the king's army who came to visit before the coming of the month of Ramadan. In Moqattam plateau, Egypt there is a cannon ahead of the fueled and BukaPuasa Imsyak. This thing called Hajjah Fatimah, though it was never replaced, but the name is still the same cannon until now. Tradition also done in open with Egypt. At every Ramadan The Egyptians always make a dish or dishes Maidah Rahman affection. Maidah Rahman will be eaten together freely to those who are fasting. The menu was varied, in fact, not infrequently there are class five-star hotel.

Although often criticized conflict in Palestine Ramadan celebration is equally merry as in Egypt. Here the Muslims also interpret the tradition of turning on the lights when it comes the month of Ramadan. They put in every home, and all corners of the city throughout the country.

Moreover, in this one country to buy food traditions also often done ahead of Ramadan. Qatayef, pancakes resembling shells containing nuts or sweet cheese, fried foods, are typical foods and became a symbol of the coming of Ramadan in this country. The food is combined with sugar syrup, and is usually consumed in the special first day of Ramadan alone.

In the tradition of welcoming Ramadan Syria has been done for generations. Based on kindness, compassion, and respect for others makes this country chose to communicate the tradition of Ramadan celebrations. Starting two days before Ramadan, Muslims in this country to greet each other either directly or via interaction technologies include SMS, phone, or email.

In Sanaa, Yemen tradition of welcoming Ramadan done in a way that is unique. These young men are required to wear cosmetics Kohl, pinned on the eyelids. This method also performed as believed by the Prophet Muhammad in welcoming Ramadan yore.

In Iraq, particularly in Baghdad, Muslims typically greet the arrival of Ramadan with shopping at Shorja market (the oldest market in Iraq). Open in the afternoon until dusk every day, throughout the month of Ramadan. Market selling food, snacks and supplies Worship is never empty of visitors, especially during the coming month of Ramadan.