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Eid Mubarak: Why is Eid-ul-Fitr celebrated? Here’s Why Eid's Date Changes Every Year on the Gregorian Calendar

Eid ul Fitr, also known as Eid al-Fitr or simply Eid, is an important religious holiday celebrated by Muslims around the world. It marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan, during which Muslims fast from dawn until sunset. Eid ul Fitr is typically celebrated on the first day of Shawwal, the tenth month of the Islamic calendar, and is a time for Muslims to come together with family and friends to offer prayers, exchange gifts, and share meals.

The exact date of Eid ul Fitr varies each year and is determined by the sighting of the crescent moon, which marks the beginning of the new month. It is a time of joy and celebration for Muslims, who use this occasion to express gratitude to God for the blessings and strength provided during the month of Ramadan.

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