The countdown to Ramadan is finally over! The Holy Month of fasting is finally upon us and devoted followers are ready to take over the town with celebrations, as soon as the crescent moon is sighted today evening – marking Saturday, March 1st as the first day of Ramadan fasting for 2025. And if there is one tradition UAE will always standby during Ramadan, is the firing of the Iftar cannon. This time-honoured practice dates back centuries and is a powerful symbol of Ramadan, marking the exact moment worshippers can break their fast. Come with me, and I’ll share all the locations around Sharjah where you can witness daily Iftar cannons.
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Where To See The Iftar Cannons In Sharjah
Sharjah has confirmed 10 locations where iftar cannons will be fired throughout Ramadan. These locations are spread across different regions, ensuring that communities across the emirate can witness the tradition.
Main Locations In Sharjah
- Al Majaz Waterfront
- Muwailih Suburb Council
- Al Siouh Suburb Council
- Al Rahmaniya Suburb Council
- Al Hamriya Suburb Council
Central & Eastern Region Cannons
- Al Dhaid Fort (Central Region)
- Al Naeem Mosque, Tawila’a (Al Madam) (Central Region)
- Clock Tower & Al Hafiya Lake (Kalba) (Eastern Region, alternating locations)
- Khorfakkan Amphitheatre (Eastern Region)
- Flagpole area in Dibba Al Hisn (Eastern Region)
These cannon-firing locations will allow people across Sharjah’s suburbs, central areas, and the eastern region to experience this traditional Ramadan practice firsthand. Ramadan Kareem everyone.
