Ramadan Begins

Ramadan begins on or about Jun 6th and runs to approximately July 5th. The exact timing of Ramadan depends on the sightings of the moon and this differs from country to country. During Ramadan, Muslims refrain from a number of activities, mainly eating, drinking and smoking, between sunrise and sunset. During the day, some restaurants and tourist facilities may be closed between sunrise and sunset or may operate with limited staff. The opening times for government agencies, the courts and businesses may be shortened. Different rules and customs apply in different countries. Travelers should learn about the customs of their destinations before departure.