Here are the important dates.

Eid al-Adha, also known as the “Festival of Sacrifice,” is one of the two major Islamic holidays celebrated by Muslims worldwide. Its history commemorates the willingness of the Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) to sacrifice his son as an act of obedience to God, who then provided a ram to sacrifice instead. The holiday involves prayers, feasting, and the ritual sacrifice of an animal, with the meat distributed to family, friends, and those in need.

The Day of Arafah is the most important day of the Islamic Hajj pilgrimage, occurring on the 9th day of Dhu al-Hijjah. It commemorates the Prophet Muhammad’s final sermon and the completion of the Islamic message, as pilgrims gather on the plain of Arafat near Mecca for prayer and reflection. Muslims around the world observe this day with fasting, as it is believed to expiate sins from the previous and coming year.

The FIFA World Cup is the most prestigious international soccer tournament, first held in 1930 in Uruguay. It takes place every four years, bringing together national teams from around the globe to compete for the championship. The event has a rich history of memorable moments and has grown to become one of the world’s most-watched sporting events.

The New Hijri year marks the beginning of the Islamic lunar calendar, starting with the month of Muharram. Its history dates back to 622 CE, when the Prophet Muhammad migrated from Mecca to Medina, an event known as the Hijra, which serves as the calendar’s epoch. It is a time for reflection, renewal, and remembrance of Islamic heritage.

Mecca is the holiest city in Islam, located in western Saudi Arabia. It is the birthplace of the Prophet Muhammad and the site of the Kaaba, the sacred structure towards which Muslims pray. For centuries, Mecca has been the destination of the Hajj pilgrimage, a religious duty for all able Muslims.

Mecca, located in western Saudi Arabia, is the holiest city in Islam and the birthplace of the Prophet Muhammad. It has been a center of pilgrimage for centuries, hosting the annual Hajj, and is home to the Great Mosque and the Kaaba, which Muslims face during prayer. Historically, Mecca was an important trading hub before Islam, but its religious significance grew profoundly after the 7th century.

Medina, known as “the Radiant City,” is the second holiest city in Islam, located in western Saudi Arabia. It was the home of the Prophet Muhammad after his migration (Hijra) from Mecca in 622 CE, and it became the first capital of the Islamic state. The city is most famous for the Prophet’s Mosque (Al-Masjid an-Nabawi), where Muhammad is buried, making it a major pilgrimage destination for Muslims worldwide.