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Join on Telegram Rabat – Türkiye has officially announced that the country will celebrate Eid Al Fitr on Friday, March 20, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan and the start of the Islamic month of Shawwal.
Turkiye relies on astronomical calculations rather than traditional moon sighting to determine the start of Islamic months.
The announcement signals the conclusion of a month of fasting for millions of Muslims across the country.
The start of Islamic months, which are based on the lunar cycle, is linked to the appearance of the new crescent moon.
Eid Al Fitr, known locally as Ramazan Bayramı, is one of the most significant religious celebrations in Türkiye and the wider Muslim world. The holiday marks the end of Ramadan, during which Muslims fast from dawn to sunset as an act of worship, reflection, and spiritual discipline.
At the end of Ramadan, Muslims must give Zakat Al Fitr, a form of charity. It is an obligatory act of charity intended to help people in need celebrate the holiday and to purify the fasting person from any shortcomings during Ramadan.
On the morning of Eid, Muslims gather in mosques across Türkiye to perform the special Eid prayer shortly after sunrise. Families then visit relatives, exchange greetings, and share festive meals together.
The holiday is also widely known as Şeker Bayramı, or the “Sugar Festival,” to reflect the tradition of offering sweets and desserts to guests and children.
The celebration usually lasts three days and is recognized as a national public holiday in Türkiye.
During this time, many people travel to visit family members, strengthening social bonds and celebrating the spirit of generosity and unity that defines Eid Al Fitr.
