Friday, August 21, 2009

Viewing Ramadan as a traditional, cultural experience

"Viewing Ramadan as a traditional, cultural experience

YASEMİN SİM ESMEN
ISTANBUL - Hürriyet Daily News
It is a month of tradition, family get-togethers, and big long dinners. For Muslims, Ramadan is also a month of refraining from food and drink during the day, from sunup till sundown. Yet, for Turkey’s expats, it is a time to observe Turkey’s traditions, enjoy Turkish generosity, respect those who are hungry and thirsty during the day, and, sometimes, be very careful in traffic in order to avoid any car crashes"

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