ISLAMABAD: The iconic Empire State Building in New York City illuminated in green on Thursday evening, marking the celebration of Eid ul Fitr, which marks the end of the Holy month of Ramadan.
The 102-story Art Deco skyscraper, a symbol of the city’s skyline, shone in green lights for hours following the announcement of Eid ul Fitr was made. The green color is a significant symbol of Islam, representing peace and purity.
The announcement of the Empire State Building’s tribute to the Muslim community’s annual festive occasion was shared via the high-rise’s Twitter account.
Glowing in green tonight in Honor of Eid al-Fitr
IG/nycforgo pic.twitter.com/XECH7W9MJ3
— Empire State Building (@EmpireStateBldg) April 20, 2023
“Glowing in green tonight in Honor of Eid ul Fitr,” the tweet read. The building’s tribute came just a day after the clock tower structure outside the Grand Mosque in Makkah shone in green with ‘Eid Mubarak’ written in Arabic script.
Eid ul Fitr celebrations in different countries
Muslims in the United States (US), Canada, Australia, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, United Arab Emirates (UAE), Yemen, Kuwait, Egypt, Palestine, Bahrain, Lebanon, Iraq, Turkey, Indonesia, and Afghanistan are celebrating the religious festival with great enthusiasm.
The clock tower signals the entry into the month of Shawwal.#EidAlFitr #eidmubarak #EidMubarak2023 pic.twitter.com/sMi9OHWJmR
— The Holy Mosques (@theholymosques) April 20, 2023
The day began with morning prayers, followed by exchanging Eid greetings with family and friends.
The religious holiday is being celebrated in several countries, including the Gulf states, as the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia announced the sighting of the Shawwal moon on April 20.
The announcement marks the end of the Holy month of Ramadan and the start of the month of Shawwal. Muslims worldwide celebrate this festival as a time of joy, happiness, and sharing.
The Empire State Building’s tribute to the Muslim community is a significant gesture of inclusivity and solidarity, as the building continues to light up in various colors to honor different causes and events worldwide.
This tribute sends a message of unity and support to the Muslim community worldwide, especially in the United States, where Muslims have often faced discrimination and Islamophobia.
The Empire State Building’s tribute to the Muslim community’s annual festival is a heartwarming and inclusive gesture, sending a message of support and unity to the Muslim community worldwide.
This act of solidarity highlights the importance of respecting and acknowledging cultural and religious diversity in today’s increasingly interconnected world.
