JEDDAH: Across Saudi Arabia, the arrival of Ramadan is not simply marked on a calendar; it is felt in homes, streets, markets and hearts.
Preparations begin well before the crescent moon is sighted, transforming daily life into a tapestry of devotion, generosity and celebration.
In the Hijaz region, many revive culturally rooted traditions that celebrate the moment wholeheartedly.
Abir Abusulayman, an expert in Hijazi traditions, a tour guide in Al-Balad, and the CEO of Aloula charitable organization, shared insights into these customs.
“People like to prepare before its arrival. It’s part of the joy,” she told Arab News.
