PIETY AT ITS PEAK

The Sultanate celebrated Eid al Fitr with religious fervour and traditional festivities on Wednesday. Believers in far-flung and mountainous areas also gathered at mosques and open spaces to perform Eid prayers. The picture shows the faithful performing Eid prayers in Jabal Akhdhar, a part of Al Hajar Mountains in Al Dakhiliyah Governorate, which is a major tourist attraction. Meanwhile, tourist spots in the Sultanate witnessed a large number of visitors during the first three days of Eid holidays. — Photo by Hassan al Mayahi