Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
October
The impact of millions of pilgrims heading to Mecca is felt at airports and on high-
ways across the whole region and Saudi is closed to non-Muslim visitors.
Dance Festival
The Dubai International Dance Festival showcases renowned performing artists in this an-
nual three-day event.
Eid al-Adha
Families gather to eat the fatted calf and celebrate the return of pilgrims from Mecca and
Medina. For dates,
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ISLAMIC HOLIDAYS
Ramadan, the month of fasting, and the two main Islamic holidays in the year, Eid Al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha
(marked by feasting and festivities), are observed across the region. The dates are governed by the lunar calendar
and therefore advance by roughly 10 days each year. See
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