Waqfa Is Upon Us: Undeniable Signs Ramadan Is Ending In Egypt

What if someone wakes up from a coma on the very last day of Ramadan (Waqfa) and wanders around in Egypt? Will they be confused?

Fret not; they’ll quickly realize that, yup, it’s Eid!

With Ramadan’s final curtain falling, another festive celebration is on the horizon—Eid Al Fitr. The unmistakable signs of Eid in Egypt leave no room for doubt.

So, if you just woke up from a coma and wonder if it’s Eid, look for these signs.

Kahk Coma

Kahk El Eid is everywhere, reaching you through all your senses: smelling it, tasting it, seeing it, touching it, and maybe even hearing the crunch. You’d also find food bloggers on social media reviewing the various brands of Kahk in Egypt.

P.S. With Kahk all around, take a bite and run. It’s addictive, and considering you just woke up, be reasonable.

Clothes Shopping Frenzy

Eid prayer also doubles as a fashion show, brought to you by shopping—if you’re one of the late bloomers, then you’ll find lots of people at the stores buying clothes along with you. In fact, by the last day of Ramadan, everywhere in Egypt is crowded!

Liquor Stores Are Open

During the holy month, liquor stores are closed. However, as Ramadan comes to an end, the stores reopen, and people celebrate the Eid occasion by standing in lines, waiting for their liquor orders to be ready.

Long Lines At Barbers & Coiffeurs 

Fashion isn’t only about clothes; it’s also a way to flaunt your latest haircut. You’ll find long lines at the barbershops and hair salons, with people waiting for their turns to get a cut that will be the talk of the celebration and gatherings.

Drinking Water After Fagr

It’s a tradition to wait until Fajr prayer to drink water. It may seem a bit childish, but it feels like giving your soul a treat after a whole 30 days of not being able to drink water after Fajr prayer. It satisfies something deep within us.

Clean Freak Moms Everywhere

Yeah, if you just woke up from a coma, you’ll be surprised by the clean-freak mothers who are busy preparing every nook and cranny of the house for the Eid celebration, even if there aren’t any visitors coming. Yes, we’re that serious about traditions.

Which Sign Are You Waiting For?

These are just a few traditions showing that Eid in Egypt is right around the corner; however, there are plenty of other signs you can watch out for.

But hey, if you see people celebrating, dancing, and singing, they’re not cheering for you because you just woke up from a coma. This is Eid in Egypt!

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