20/04/2023 13:43 (UTC)

Moon observation to determine the Eid al-Fitr in Indonesia

Lhok Nga, Apr 20 (EFE/EPA).- Indonesia's local officers in Aceh Besar observed the position of the moon Thursday to determine the Eid al-Fitr.

Eid al-Fitr is an Islamic holiday that marks the end of Ramadan, and is celebrated during the first three days of Shawwal, the 10th month of the Islamic calendar.

According to the Indonesia Ministry of Religion, Eid al-Fitr falls on Apr. 22, 2023. (Camera: HOTLI SIMANJUNTAK).

SHOT LIST: EMPLOYEES OF THE ACEH PROVINCIAL REGIONAL OFFICE OF THE MINISTRY OF RELIGION PREPARE A TELESCOPE TO OBSERVE THE POSITION OF THE MOON TO DETERMINE THE EID AL-FITR IN LHOK NGA, ACEH BESAR, INDONESIA.

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Date: 20/04/2023 12:00 (UTC)
Credit: EFE
Source: EPA
Topic: Religion and belief » Islam
Type: Rough cut
Duration: 160 seconds
Reference: 7001256958
Relevance: Normal