Observation by Mazin Younis: First Crescent of Eid

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Mazin Younis

Observer

Mazin Younis

Observed

2023 Apr 21 - 21:25

Uploaded

2023 Apr 21 - 23:35

Objects

The Moon

Equipment

Nikon 7500D
Nikkor 70-300mm

Location

Hale Barnes, Manchester

Title

First Crescent of Eid

About this image

Sighting of the first crescent marks the end of Ramadan, 30 days fasting from dawn to sunset for Muslims. It also marks the start of Eid celebrations, lots of food and family gatherings :)

Files associated with this observation

Eid_Crescent_2.jpg (1.6 MB)

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