Muslims across the globe will celebrate the end of Ramadan 2019 on June 4 and June 5. Members of the Islamic faith observe Ramadan with four weeks of fasting, and the end of this holy period is celebrated with Eid al-Fitr.
Eid al-Fitr is a joyous holiday for Muslims everywhere.
Muslims are forbidden to fast during Eid and it is a time of feasting and sharing gifts.
Everyone buys and wears new clothes on the special holiday, which met spend with family and friends.
Much like Christmas, in the Christian faith, Muslims decorate their homes to mark Eid.
The crescent moon is especially important during Eid because the sighting of the crescent moon signals the end of Ramadan.
In recent years Eid moon trees have become an increasingly popular decoration.
An Eid Moon tree is a small tree decoration that is cut into a crescent moon shape.
Where can you buy an Eid Moon Tree?
A growing number of online outlets sell a variety of Eid moon trees.
Most Eid Moon Trees are only available to purchase online.
You can buy an Eid Moon Tree from this UK website HERE.
People may choose to decorate these with fairy lights or hanging decorations, a bit like a Christmas tree.
Why is the crescent moon an important Muslim symbol?
The Islamic calendar is lunar based which means the moon is a powerful symbol in Islam.
The crescent moon is the symbol of the former Ottoman Empire and is often considered a sign of Islam by extension.
However, not all Muslims accept the crescent moon and star as a symbol of the Islamic faith.