Ramadan Mubarak 2015 | Beautiful Mosques in the Philippines

Alhamdulillah, the Holy Month of Ramadan has officially started today, June 18, 2015 here in the Philippines. Ramadan Mubarak! A Blessed Ramadan to our Muslim brothers and sisters. May Allah bestow upon you the strength as you fulfill the month-long fasting, and may Allah bless you for all your efforts.

Ramadan Mubarak 2014

Today is the start of Ramadan in the Philippines and in many countries around the world. The Blessed Month of Ramadan is one of the most special months for Muslims as this is when they observe one of the five pillars of Islam. For 29 to 30 days, our Muslim brothers and sisters will perform the Sawm, or fasting, from dusk until dawn and will abstain from eating, drinking and having sexual contact with their spouse.

Ramadan 2013 Celebration in ARMM

The Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (ARMM), through the Department of Tourism ARMM, is once again holding the month-long Ramadan Fair at the ARMM Compound (ORG Complex) in Cotabato City. At the core of the Ramadan 2013 activities is the Ramadan Food & Trade Fair which showcases the rich culture of the ARMM through its diverse culinary specialties and handicrafts. Food and non-Food stalls dressed in the colorful Maguindanaoan style are such a treat for the sight and add to the festive atmosphere of the venue. The events run from July 8 to August 10, 2013.

The Pink Mosque of Maguindanao

The Pink Mosque or Masjid Dimaukom of Maguindanao

The Pink Mosque, officially called Masjid Dimaukom, is the set to be the new face that will represent the province of Maguindanao. Mayor Samsudin Dimaukom of the town of Datu Saudi Ampatuan spearheaded the initiative to change the image of Maguindanao. Construction of the mosque is financed by Mayor Dimaukom himself and stands on a piece of land donated by his family.