Ramadan festival begins

The holy festival of Ramadan which is celebrated by followers of Muslim religion around the world has begun from Tuesday.

Ramadan is a religious observance that takes place during the ninth month of the Islamic calendar. It is generally believed to be the month in which the Quran was revealed to Prophet Muhammad.

It is the Islamic month of fasting, in which participating Muslims do not eat or drink anything from dawn until sunset for the sake of God, and to offer even more prayers than usual.

Fasting is meant to teach the person patience and humility.

During the month long festival, Muslim try to refrain from every day evils and try to purify oneself through self-restraint and good deeds.

It is also called "a festival of giving and sharing" as Muslims prepare special foods and buy gifts for their family and friends and for giving to the poor and needy who cannot afford it. nepalnews.com Sep 02 08