Bolly Tolly News, Kolkata, 22nd August 2018 : Eid al-Adha is the second most significant Festival celebrated by the Muslim community across the world. It is also the time when the Hajj pilgrimage officially begins for the devout Muslims. The festival commemorates the event when Prophet Mohammad’s faith was tested by the Almighty, and a goat was sacrificed in place of his own son.
For this reason, goat sacrifice is an important part of this festival and so is cooking mutton curries. With just two days to go for Bakra Eid or Eid al-Adha 2018 (September 23), here we’ve covered the six cities in India where the best of celebrations are held.This is one of the greatest festival celebrated in the world.
Mumbai : The Haji Ali Dargah in Mumbai is the go-to place to offer prayers on Bakrid or Eid al-Adha. Even the Minara Masjid witnesses devouts thronging to the mosque to pray. When it comes to relishing the festive food on this holy day, Mohammad Ali Road is the best place to find mouth-watering treats..
Kolkata : Areas in Kolkata having Muslim stronghold exude the best Eid vibes. Both Eid ul-Fitr and Eid al-Adha are duly celebrated in Kolkata. Since mutton is a much loved delicacy here, Kolkata’s popular eating spots cook up rich mutton curries to feed the hungry diners.
Hyderabad : In the land of Nizams, Eid ul-Adha celebrations are held on a large scale. Hyderabad, being a city rooted in tradition, does not disappoint when it comes to holding Eid celebrations with pomp. Secunderabad, Masab Tank and Madannapet remain abuzz with festive cheer. On the other hand, most of the city’s residents visit the Charminar to hold prayer gatherings.
Lucknow : The City of Nawabs has an unbeatable reputation for the obvious reasons for holding unique Eid ul-Adha celebrations. City’s devouts offer the namaz at Asifi Masjid and Aishbagh Eidgah before hitting the dining spots in Lucknow for relishing the festive mutton meat and other delicacies.
Srinagar : Srinagar is one place where the Eid al-Adha festivities are observed with much vigour. The residents buy new clothes and gifts, offer prayers at the Hazratbal Dargah and the historical Eidgah, visit Regal Chowk, Lal Chowk and Goni Market for shopping and eating. Clearly, this is a public holiday in the city, and citizens make the most of it.
Delhi : Delhi, more so, Old Delhi, is a hub of Eid celebrations for several reasons. One, the Jama Masjid is located in this part of the city, and two, the most authentic restaurants selling Mughlai recipes dot the bylanes of Old Delhi around the mosque. Being a prominent capital of the erstwhile Mughal Empire, Delhi scores brownie points when it comes to holding the best Eid al-Adha celebrations in India.
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