When one thinks of Ramadan, community is often the first thing that comes to mind. With last Ramadan spent in lockdown and this one spent in apprehension of a potential “third wave” of the virus, adaptability has been key to keeping Ramadan traditions alive. Click here to readIn Pictures: Ramadan in ColomboFor Muslims around the world, the month of Ramadan means more than fasting from dawn till sunset. This also means watalappam is making a comeback, occupying its foremost place in the festive spread of Sri Lanka’s Muslim community. Instead of mosques full of worshippers, iftars shared between families and friends and visits to and from relatives, Muslims spent this year fasting under curfew in their homes.

Source: The Nation May 14, 2021 07:18 UTC