Celebrating the Holy Month of Ramadan
As the blessed month of Ramadan arrives, the month of goodness, prosperity, and blessings, brings with it an opportunity for spiritual renewal and human rapprochement. This month, we commit to fasting and prayer and immerse ourselves in an atmosphere of serenity and contemplation, remembering God’s blessings upon us.
Whether you are preparing to spend the month of Ramadan with your family or planning to travel during this holy month. We wish you to spend times full of peace and happiness, and we share with you these tips and information for a rich and special Ramadan experience.
Traditions and Rituals of Ramadan in Syria
The holy month of Ramadan in Syria is distinguished by its deep-rooted traditions, rituals, and spiritual atmosphere, and we list the most famous ones as follows:
Ramadan Takriza
Al-Takrizah is an outing that families take outside the cities. Families gather and head from Damascus to parks, orchards, and natural areas. The Ramadan Takriza is one of the distinctive traditions in Damascus, with which they bid farewell to the month of Shaban and prepare to welcome the holy month of Ramadan with joy and happiness.
Sharing Dishes in Ramadan
Sharing food dishes is still widespread among people, of cooked food before breakfast with neighbors, and relatives opens the way for consolidating social relations with them.
Al-Musaharati
Al-Musaharati is also considered a Ramadan ritual, especially in the Old City of Damascus, where Al-Musaharati begins his call to people to wake up and prepare for suhoor before the dawn with the phrase, then begins singing Islamic songs. Every neighborhood has a “Musaharati” known by the residents. He goes around its neighborhoods to knock on the doors of homes, and on Eid, a certain amount is allocated to him by the residents as a reward for his work.
Family Gathering After Prayer
Ramadan is known for its family atmosphere, as it is an opportunity for family and relatives to meet and exchange visits with each other, after performing prayers in mosques, and then meeting at tables and Ramadan evenings filled with familiarity and warm.
Damascus Warm Hospitality
Damascus people are reputed with their generosity and warm hospitality, evident in Souk Al-Jouzmatiyeh. Vendors welcome visitors by distributing sweets like Ma’amoul and Baklava, a gracious invitation to visit the shops and savor the most delectable dishes.
Famous Ramadan Markets in Damascus Souk Al-Jouzmatiyeh
In Damascus Midan area, Souk Al-Jouzmatiyeh sparkles during Ramadan. The confectionery shop owners in Al-Jouzmatiyeh compete to display delicious varieties made with traditional Arabic ghee. Their activities intensify before Eid with shop decorations and organizing traditional Mevlevi performances.
Ramadan Travel Tips
For anyone planning to travel during Ramadan, it is important to ensure that appropriate dining options and prayer facilities are available at your destination. We also advise you to plan in advance the times for Iftar and Suhoor and to take advantage of the services provided by hotels for your convenience.
Ramadan’s Unique Atmosphere
In every corner of our Islamic world, Ramadan is distinguished by its unique traditions and customs. From tables laden with delicious dishes after a day of fasting, to nights illuminated with lights and decorations, and family gatherings that strengthen bonds and love.
We invite you to welcome this blessed month with open hearts and sincere intentions, ready for a journey of spiritual renewal and closeness to Allah. Wishing you a blessed Ramadan.
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