Located approximately in the center of Asia, the charming country of Afghanistan is a land of Festivals. Eid al Adha, Afghanistan is one of the popular Festivals in Afghanistan. The religious festival of Eid al Adha, Afghanistan commemorates Ibrahim’s willingness to sacrifice his son, as commanded by Allah.
What is Eid al Adha?
The Muslims celebrate the holiday of Eid al Adha, the festival of sacrifice at the end of the Hajj. Eid al Adha in Afghanistan is celebrated on the 10th day of the month of Dhul Hijja of the lunar Islamic calendar.
Traditions and Practices of Eid al Adha
All Muslims are expected to dress in their finest clothing to perform the prayer in any mosque. Muslims, who can manage to pay for, sacrifice their best domestic animals as a symbol of Ibrahim’s sacrifice. The sacrificed animals are known as ‘qurbani’. As said by the Quran a large portion of the meat has to be given towards the poor and hungry people so they can all join in the feast. The remainder is cooked for the family celebration meal.
Apart from Eid al Adha, Afghanistan, some other popular Festivals in Afghanistan include:
Ashura
Celebrated on the 10th day of the month of Muharram in the Islamic calendar, it is a day of bereavement for the martyr Husayn bin Ali, grandson of the Prophet Muhammad.
Eid al Fitr
After a month of fasting, the Afghan people celebrate with new clothes, prayers and gifts.
Independence Day (Jesham)
19th August memorializes independence of Afghanistan from the British Empire.
Labor Day
This festival is held on 1st May.
Mawleed al Nabi
The festival is celebrated on the 12th day of the month of Rabi al Awal of the Islamic calendar.
Nau Roz
Nau Roz, the New Year Festival is the largest festival of the country. It is popularly known as Gul e Sorkh by the people of Mazar.
Ramadan
During the season of Ramadan, Afghans fast during daylight hours.
Apart from them, major regional Festivals of Afghanistan include
Apple Blossom Festival
Mushaira
Come to Afghanistan and enjoy the Festival Tours in Afghanistan.
Online information on Eid al Adha, Afghanistan is provided by travel.mapsofworld.
| 
