Muharram rituals in photo

People all over Iran have been holding the mourning rituals of the month of Muharram.

The first ten days of the month of Muharram are the time for the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Hussein (AS), the third Shia Imam and the grandson of Prophet Muhammad [PBUH], as well as his loyal companions in the Battle of Karbala.

Different cities of Iran are hosting crowds of people who come together to mourn the massacre of Karbala.

There are many rituals and traditions that are held in remembrance of this event. You can read about some of them tapping on the following links:

Mashhad artists adorn Muharram flags with calligraphy

Nazri, ritual of mourning in Muharram

People in Yazd decorating ‘Nakhl’ for Muharram

Iran unveils Muharram-themed mural

Tabriz Historic Bazaar worn in black for mourning of Muharram

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