Traveling to Morocco in Ramadan
What to expect if you’ll be visiting Morocco during Ramadan. Learn about the Islamic month of fasting, plus tips for having the best experience possible when traveling to Morocco during this very special time.
Islam
Day of Ashura – Religious Meaning and Moroccan Traditions
In Morocco, there’s no mistaking when the Islamic lunar month of Muharram draws near. It’s the time of year, not long after Eid al Adha, …
Understanding Islamic Sacrificial Slaughter
Udhiyah and qurbani are interchangeable Arabic terms for the sacrificial slaughter of a sheep, goat, cow or camel as mandated for Muslims during the Islamic …
Eid Al Adha (Eid Al Kabir) in Morocco – The Festival of the Sacrifice
Muslims worldwide observe two major religious holidays: Eid al Fitr and Eid al Adha. The first marks the end of Ramadan while the second culminates …
Religious Slaughter in Islam – Zabihah or Dhabihah
As part of Islamic dietary guidelines, Muslims adhere to a specific manner of humane religious slaughter called zabihah (or dhabihah) in order to obtain meat that …