Look: Eid Al Adha 2024 celebrations begin in UAE with prayers, greetings

Muslims across the UAE began Eid Al Adha celebrations with prayers and greetings on Sunday morning, June 16.

Eid Al Adha, also known as the Feast of Sacrifice, is one of the most important festivals in Islam. It is marked every year to commemorate Prophet Ibrahim's test of faith.

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Eid Al Adha is the holiest of the two Eids that are celebrated by Muslims across the world. The rituals of the day include offering special prayers and slaughtering livestock such as goat, cow, sheep or camel.

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