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Sacrifice Eid in Turkey 2025
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- Background
- Sacrifice Eid commemorates Prophet Ibrahim's sacrifice of his son to God
- Festival falls between 10th and 13th days of Islamic month Dhu al-Hijjah
- First day of Sacrifice Eid in 2025 is Friday, June 6th
- Traditions
- Families visit mosque for morning prayer on first day
- Sacrificial animals, typically sheep, goat, or cow, are prepared beforehand
- People travel to hometowns for family reunions
- Elders are kissed and lifted to forehead for respect
- Sacrificial animal heads are decorated with henna and ribbons
- Two-thirds of meat is shared, one-third donated to less fortunate
- Practical Information
- Turkey observes nationwide public holiday during Sacrifice Eid
- Schools and most businesses are closed
- Some tourist attractions may have closures
- Guided Istanbul Tours offers special services during festival period