Millions of Muslims across the UK are gearing up to celebrate Eid al-Adha after Saudi Arabia officials announced the key dates.
Like many other Islamic holidays, Eid al-Adha is celebrated on different dates every year because it is based on the cycle of the moon. The date for the holiday is based upon sightings of the new crescent moon and the start of the next Islamic month, Dhul Hijah, of which Eid al-Adha is celebrated on the tenth day.
However, because of this, different countries and communities may celebrate the holiday on a different day when compared to others. In Saudi Arabia, officials sighted the crescent moon and announced Eid would be celebrated on Wednesday, June 28.
