Al Quds, or Jerusalem, is the third holiest city in Islam. Its name resonates in the hearts of Christians, Jews, and Muslims alike, and echoes through centuries of long history.
When we think of Al-Quds, we think of lady Fairuz singing Zahrat Al-Mada’en (Flower among Cities) as we long for a visit.
During Ramadan, this peaceful time of the year, thousands of Palestinians make their way towards Al-Aqsa mosque in the occupied old city to participate in prayers there.
Here's a glimpse of what that looks like:
Sunrise at the Dome of the Rock
On a hot day, cool off the Palestinian way
The courtyards of Al-Aqsa welcome thousands of worshippers from all over Palestine
Open-air iftar with the family like you've never seen before
Iftar is never complete without mkhallal (pickles)
A public iftar with everyone
At night, Jerusalem becomes the city of light
Bringing even more life to the old city
As Ramadan draws to a close, shopping for Eid keeps the streets alive and bustling
Who wouldn't want to visit this city during Ramadan and have some Ka3k Maqdesi (sesame seed covered bread)?
Strolling through old markets feels like you're reading a history book
The scents at the spice markets will tell you many stories
Only if you listen carefully
The old city welcomes its guests with both glamour and modesty
Taraweeh prayers at Al-Aqsa is a life-long dream for Muslims in Palestine and beyond
At the end of the day, nothing beats a walk with your loved ones in the alleys of the city
When the time comes to say goodbye, here is a little something to take home
