Eid al – Adha

What is the National Day of Eid al - Adha for visitors to the UAE ?

This holiday commemorates Abraham , who demonstrated their willingness and faith that God sacrificed his son. This holiday is part of the Haj and takes place in about a tenth of the Islamic calendar, Dhu al - Hijja . For the holidays this year based on Sunday, the 6th 11th 2011 and ends on Tuesday 8 11 2011th For those who celebrate holiday begins the day the animal victims , mostly sheep. A third of the meat must be distributed to the poor according to custom , the rest is divided family and friends. This feast is in the spirit of giving gifts to children , family and friendly visits , everywhere there is general merriment and good cheer . In these days working in government, but most shops remain open , including major shopping centers and restaurants