9. The Ramadan drummer.
Known as the Mesaharaty, their job is to walk every morning through the streets while playing a drum and singing holy songs to wake people up for the final meal before the fast begins. This tradition continues to this day in the Gulf countries.
While every country has its share of delicacies prepared for the Iftar, people generally break their fast by consuming either dates or water first. Preparation for the Iftar begins a couple of hours before sunset with some people preparing extra food to share with the needy or even inviting them to dine side by side. Here are some of the most popular dishes consumed during Ramadan in different parts of the world :
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