Eid Ul Fitr

“Eid” which means happiness is a festival that is celebrated twice a year in Pakistan. One and the first comes right after Ramadan and is called Eid Ul Fitur. This is a celebration for the fasting month and a token to make a commitment to one’s self to be faithful and be kind to the poors. 

Eid al-Fitr in Pakistan is also known as Chhoti (urdu: small) or Meethi (urdu: sweet) Eid. It is celebrated for 3 days and there are 4 days holidays on this occasion. 

Eid begins with a special prayer in all cities towns and villages, people make special dishes for the Eid which are mostly Sweets and deserts of different types specially Vermicelli  

Eid preparations usually start with the beginning of Ramadan and continue throughout the month. It is customary for almost everyone to wear new dress. So the shopping of garments is ever more popular throughout the month of Ramadan.  

The bazaars  are decorated to welcome Eid shoppers. Special sale prices are offered on garments and shoes. Young girls and older women wear bangles made of fine glass. The night when the moon is sighted is fixed for this activity. Womenfolk in huge numbers throng the special bangle stalls and shops as soon as the Shawwal moon is sighted. Men and elders usually exchange moon greetings. Telephone these days are frequently used for this late evening exchange of greetings.