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The International Astronomy Centre has shared images of the crescent moon that signalled the beginning of the holy month of Ramadan in the UAE.
The holy month began today, Tuesday, April 13.
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The images were taken from the highest peak in the UAE, the Jebel Jais in Ras Al Khaimah; and Al Khatim Astronomical Observatory in Abu Dhabi.
The centre had earlier shared images that showed officials setting up special telescopes atop the Jabal Jais to spot the crescent moon.
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