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As per Msheireb Properties, the traditional Ramadan cannon will be fired at the Eid Prayer Ground every day of Ramadan before the Maghrib call to prayer. Location: Eid Prayer Ground, Msheireb Downtown Doha One of the traditions that has been associated with the holy month is Ramadan cannon which launches the first sound shot when the time for Maghrib call to prayer comes for Muslims to break The Ramadan Cannon is a well-loved tradition in Qatar held at various iconic locations. The cannon is fired to mark the end of fasting throughout the Holy Month of Ramadan. The Pearl Ramadan Bazaar is back for its third edition! Experience the lively atmosphere this holy month while shopping for Doha, Qatar: The Old Doha Port is set to organize a series of events during the blessed month of Ramadan, featuring the Ramadan Cannon, the Throwback Food Festival, Musahar Al Mina's nightly The traditional shooting of the cannon, launched by members of Qatar’s Armed Forces to mark the end of the daily Ramadan fast, has become a symbolic moment in region. Since as far back as 1455, the loud bang has been heard by millions observing the holy month, though its origins remain vague. The Ramadan cannon is an age-old tradition that has now become a quintessential part of Ramadan Festivities. The cannon is fired daily during Ramadan at the time of the Maghrib call to prayer and signals the end of fasting. 🌙 Catch the traditional Ramadan cannon across iconic spots in Qatar! Garangao is celebrated in Qatar and the GCC region on the 14th day of Ramadan to signify children finishing their fast for half of the Holy Month. Various locations across Qatar, including traditional marketplaces Souq Waqif and Souq Wakra, will continue the tradition of firing the Iftar cannon. At Souq Waqif, the cannon will be fired at One of the traditions that has been entangled with the Holy month of Ramadan is Ramadan cannon which launches first sound shot when the time for Maghrib call to prayer comes for Muslims to 1. Ramadan Cannon. A powerful symbol of Ramadan, the Ramadan Cannon will mark the breaking of the fast each evening. Visitors can gather to experience this historic tradition, a moment that has united communities for generations. The cannon will fire just before Maghrib prayer at Mina Park across the Containers Year. Location: Mina Park across The Holy Month of Ramadan in Qatar is a time when the country transforms into a vibrant and spiritually rich celebration. The origins of the cannon firing are debated, with some tracing it Old Doha Port will be witnessing the daily firing of the Iftar cannon throughout the Holy Month of Ramadan 2025. Details: Date: Whole month of Ramadan; Time: Sunset call to prayer; Location: Mina Park, Opposite Containers Yard ; Price: Free; Source: Old Doha Port Cover image: Shutterstock Enjoy the special Ramadan activations at Old Doha Port during the Holy Month of Ramadan. Event Details: Iftar Cannon. Date: Daily during Ramadan; Time: Sunset call to prayer; Location: Mina Park, Opposite Yards Container; Musaher Al Mina. Date: Daily during Ramadan; Time: 10 pm - 11 pm; Location: Mina District ; Throwback Food Festival . Date Read more about the Iftar cannon in Qatar, here. Ramadan 2025 tents by hotels. Every year during the holy month of Ramadan, hotels in Qatar set up majestic Ramadan tents, with sumptuous Iftar and Suhoor delicacies. Catch the traditional Ramadan cannon against Doha’s mesmerising skyline at Old Doha Port every day during the Holy Month! 📍Parking area in front of the Ara During the auspicious month of Ramadan, the Old Doha Port will host a number of activities, including the traditional Garangao night, the Throwback Food Festival, the Ramadan Cannon, and Musahar Al Mina's nighttime walks. At Mina Park across the Containers Yard, the Ramadan Cannon, will be fired every day to signal the hour of iftar. An Ordnance QF 25-pounder used as the Iftar Cannon at the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi. The Iftar Cannon (Madfa al-ifṭār, Arabic: مدفع الافطار, literally "cannon for breaking the fast") is a long-held tradition that began in Egypt and spread to several surrounding Muslim countries. The dawn of Ramadan in Qatar always enlightens traditional practices and cultural elements. One of the many commemorative customs is the cannon shooting also known as Midfaa Iftar. It was traditionally used to announce the commencement of Ramadan with two cannon shots. Ramadan in Qatar is rooted in religious and cultural traditions including the celebration of Garangao for children and the daily firing of Ramadan cannon or iftar cannon. Also known as ‘ midfaa al iftar’ in Arabic, meaning ‘cannon for breaking the fast, the age-old Islamic tradition began in Egypt in the 10th century. Ramadan in Qatar is a magical time, with special decorations across the country and festivities that begin before the fasting even starts. Two weeks before it starts, Qataris mark Sha'ban (the 14th day of the Hijri calendar) with Al Naflah.
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