What is the impact of Ramadan in Dubai?

It is Ramadan in Dubai recently. There are many customs here. Of course, if we visit here, we also need to respect it. Today we will see what will happen if we go to Dubai during Ramadan!

Ramadan diet for non-Muslims

Dining in restaurants: During Ramadan, some restaurants are closed during daytime fasting, especially Arab and Muslim restaurants. Generally, restaurants along the street are closed or blocked, and some restaurants can provide take-out but are not in the lobby.

In order to take care of the tourist market, hotels, shopping malls and tourist attractions will of course open some restaurants to continue their business, but they will use shelters to create private spaces. Therefore, during the fasting period, although there will be fewer dining places to choose from in Dubai, it is not without food, and there are even many dining options.

Based on Dubai's increasing tolerance for Ramadan restaurants, the approval is becoming more and more relaxed. I believe that more restaurants can be opened during Ramadan this year, which will not bring too much trouble to non-Muslims.

Bring your own dry food: Although restaurants are closed during fasting, most supermarkets are open normally. You can buy dry food and drinks, or you can buy food and go home to cook. For friends who travel during this period, it is recommended to buy some dry food in the supermarket. When you are hungry, find a corner where no one is there to eat secretly.

Note that it is best to pack food with opaque tape and try not to let others see it.

Self-cultivation Ramadan

Ramadan emphasizes self-cultivation, many entertainment venues will be closed, and non-Muslims will also spend this Ramadan together. Some casinos, such as bars, will be closed during Ramadan, and many hotels will suspend or provide limited alcoholic drinks.

If the police catch you drinking openly during Ramadan, you will be in jail (until the end of Ramadan). Similarly, smoking is not allowed in public places. During Ramadan, theoretically, people should dress more conservatively, and excessive intimacy in public places will also face stricter scrutiny.

For tourists who come to Dubai in Ramadan, don't worry too much. The basic tourism projects will be carried out as usual, and all shopping malls will be open normally (which will also extend the business hours). Only the opening hours and processes of some projects and scenic spots will be adjusted. For example, the sand washing project in Ramadan does not provide belly dance performances.

In addition, it is forbidden to play music loudly in public places during Ramadan.

Working hours have changed.

For most Dubai people, the working hours in Ramadan will be reduced. The Dubai government requires employees in all industries to reduce their working hours by at least two hours during Ramadan, and companies that violate the regulations will face fines if they are investigated.

However, the law also stipulates that employees can choose to work overtime for up to two hours. However, the employer cannot force employees to work overtime for more than two hours. The law stipulates that this overtime work has extra overtime pay. In addition, the law also allows employers to propose their own Ramadan work arrangements to employees in advance.

To sum up, for most Dubai people, Ramadan means "getting off work early". However, for service industries or consumer industries, such as marketing, shopping mall sales, etc. Because the business hours of shopping malls will be extended in Ramadan, the off-duty hours of such employees will be extended accordingly.

Departmental Ramadan timetable

State-run part

9 a.m.-2 p.m.

subway

Red line: 5: 00 am-65438+02: 00 am (Sunday-Wednesday); 5: 00 am-65438+0: 00 am (Thursday); 1 0am to1am (Friday)

Green line: 5: 30 am-12: 00 am (Sunday-Wednesday); 5: 30 am-65438+0: 00 am (Thursday); 1 0am to1am (Friday)

Tram: 6 am to 065438+ 0 am (Sunday-Thursday); 9: 00 am to 65438+ 0: 00 am (Friday)

Public parking space

Free for two hours from 6 pm to 8 pm. The rest is the same as usual.

school

8: 00 am to 8: 30 am and 1 pm to 1 30 pm.

Changes in other cities

Depression off-season:

Muslims can't eat or drink during fasting, and they don't want to waste energy on a hot day, so the whole city looks very depressed during Ramadan, especially in the morning. Ramadan is also the loneliest month of the year, which is called off-season, and the business of many companies is also very light. Many foreigners or locals working in Dubai will also take advantage of the off-season of Ramadan to go to China for vacation or visit relatives.

The excitement of the night:

After a depressing day, there will be a lively night. After Ramadan, shopping malls and public places will be more lively than usual, and people in Dubai will gather strength after working hours are reduced. Every day is like a festival. Because many shops are closed during the day, their business hours tend to be extended at night, especially shopping malls and restaurants, and of course there are some trade markets.

The efficiency of government work has become lower;

During Ramadan, the working hours of the government are also shortened, so the efficiency of handling government affairs during Ramadan tends to decrease. During Ramadan, everyone should pay attention to the working hours of the government to avoid being shut out.

Changes in rush hour:

Due to the change of working hours, Ramadan will also change the peak time of commuting, with little difference in the morning. Because many companies get off work at 2 pm, it becomes the peak time from 2 pm to 4 pm, and the traffic jam will be more serious.

Mosques are more popular than usual;

During Ramadan, basically every mosque will distribute relief supplies to the poor free of charge, so after the fasting, a large number of Muslims sit on the floor at the gate of each mosque and enjoy a free fasting dinner. If a mosque is set up in a small street, the whole road will be occupied by diners. Even non-Muslims are sometimes invited by enthusiastic people.

Tips for Ramadan life

For tourists, know the opening hours of scenic spots in advance: during Ramadan, many scenic spots will adjust their opening hours. Be sure to find out clearly in official website before you go, so as not to delay your trip.

Pay attention to driving safety: Hungry Muslim drivers may suffer from hypoglycemia or inattention during fasting, so traffic accidents will surge every year in Ramadan.

Beggars: Ramadan is a month full of goodwill, during which a large number of street beggars will suddenly appear. This kind of begging is not like China squatting and fishing. Strangers will come forward and ask for money directly. Most of the reasons are poor, old and young, and we can't start the pot quickly.

But begging is illegal in Dubai, and the government also says that such beggars are basically liars. If Dubai people encounter this situation, they should first refuse. If they are entangled, lying to the police is the best way.

Handle government affairs in advance and pay attention to relevant government working hours: Due to the inefficiency of the government during Ramadan, try to complete the necessary government procedures before Ramadan so as not to delay time. Pay attention to the working hours of the government when dealing with government affairs during Ramadan.

All right, everybody, pay attention to this message. There are many activities in Dubai during Ramadan. You can feel the rich Arab culture!