The mosques and streets of Egypt were buzz as Muslims spent the early hours Sunday with Eid al-Adha prayers and celebrations, which included the slaughtering of animals. A recent report by the Central Agency for Public Mobilization and Statistics, the official statistical agency of Egypt, said 32.5% of Egyptian citizens are living below the poverty line. That had an effect on celebrations this year, with fewer people seeking butchery tools and animals.
Muslims of Egypt Pray and Celebrate Eid Al-Adha
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After finishing the prayers of Eid Al-Adha, young Egyptians gather for big streets dancing parties with DJ sound system and drums, in Old Cairo. (H. Elrasam/VOA)
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Muslims of Egypt gathered at the ancient mosque of Sultan Hassan for the Muslims Sacrifice feast -Eid Al-Adha- prayers as early as the sunrise in Old Cairo, Aug. 11, 2019. (H. Elrasam/VOA)
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More than 3,000 Muslim worshipers gathered for the prayers of Eid Al-Adha at the ancient mosque of Sultan Hassan in Old Cairo. (H. Elrasam/VOA)
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As a worldwide Islamic tradition, women are not allowed for the front rows during the prayers. (H. Elrasam/VOA)