Celebrating Idul Fitri

Celebrating Idul Fitri

Millions of Muslims throughout the country gathered for prayers
and family reunions on Tuesday to celebrate Idul Fitri, the end
the holy month of Ramadhan.

The holiday, which began on Monday evening, was marked by the
breaking of the fast for the last time this Ramadhan.

As is tradition, revelers in the capital Jakarta and other
major cities climbed aboard trucks, minibuses and motorcycles for
a noisy parade through the streets on Monday night.

Youngsters banged drums and shouted Allahu Akbar (God is
Great) during the parade, as these same words echoed from the
city's mosques.

The capital, which is ordinarily chaotic, was noticeably quiet
and free of traffic on Tuesday, with many residents having left
the city by car, bus, train or ferry to celebrate the holiday
with family back in their hometowns.