In pictures: Muslims celebrate Eid al Fitr

The fasting month of Ramadan has ended for Muslims across the world, meaning Eid festivities are underway.

By Shafik Mandhai
Street vendors are seen outside Kocatepe Mosque in Ankara, Turkey on June 4, 2019. Eid al-Fitr is a religious holiday celebrated by Muslims around the world that marks the end of Ramadan, Islamic holy month of fasting. ( Mustafa Kamacı - Anadolu Agency ) / AA

Muslims around the world are celebrating the start of the Eid al Fitr holiday, which marks the end of the fasting month of Ramadan.

The day is marked with a special morning prayer, visits to family and friends, celebratory feasts, and the distributing of gifts to children and loved ones.