Source: arabnews.com

Ramadan naturally steers the mind and spirit to the two holy cities of Islam, Makkah Al-Mukarramah and Al-Madinah Al-Munawwarah. Both cities hold special places in the hearts of Muslims all year around, but something about Ramadan just makes these sanctuaries extra special.

Ramadan is a month of worship, a month of peace, a month of bonding with loved ones and a month of closeness to the Almighty. It is a month of celebration all over the world for all Muslims and there is a history behind every family’s experience with Ramadan and traditions that continue to grow with every new generation.

Um Mohammed is the head of her family and loves to hang onto her traditional roots going back to Makkah. Having been born and raised in the holy city, she recalls many traditions that took place and that she tries to keep alive until this day by passing them onto her nieces and nephews… continue reading at  arabnews.com