As an international Muslim student, I have been exposed to various life experiences. This year, I had to observe Ramadan in the UK, which is a vastly different experience from observing this holy month in my home country. Ramadan runs from March 22nd to April 21st, and I'd like to share a bit about what Ramadan entails. Ramadan is a sacred month for Muslims, a time for reflection, where Muslims abstain from eating and drinking during the daylight hours, and instead focus on prayer, purification, and acts of charity. At the end of this month, depending on the sighting of the moon, Muslims will celebrate Eid Ul Fitar.
Mosques
Mosques are central to the observance of this holy month, as the primary objective is to receive the blessings of Allah and devote as much time as possible to prayer. For those from Muslim countries, the absence of decorated mosques and special traweeh prayers is sorely missed. Ramadan in Northern Ireland is different due to the small Muslim population. It is not uncommon to be one of only a few individuals in your class who are fasting. There are few mosques and Islamic centers in Northern Ireland, but they are instrumental in supporting the Muslim community. These institutions organize social events for Muslims and their children.
https://belfastislamiccentre.org.uk/
https://www.ihsanyouth.org.uk/
Shopping places
To fully enjoy the blessings of Ramadan, it is advisable to do your grocery shopping beforehand. If you come from an Asian country, you may encounter difficulties finding the items you regularly consume in regular stores. However, there are several stores that you may find useful, such as Bangla Bazar, Asian Supermarket, Istanbul Market, and Spice World.
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