Islamic New Year in 🇪🇬 Egypt

Egypt observes Islamic New Year with religious reflection rather than festive celebration; mosques hold special prayers and many Egyptian Muslims use the day to contemplate the Hijra and set spiritual intentions for the new year.

Islamic holiday marking the first day of Muharram, the first month of the Islamic lunar calendar, observed with prayers, fasting by some Muslims, and reflection on the Hijra (Prophet's migration to Medina).