South Asian Muslims celebrate 'day of sacrifice'
Indian Muslims celebrate one of the holiest times on the Islamic calendar.
Thousands gathered at this mosque in New Dehli to offer prayers on Eid al-Adha, known in English as the Feast of Sacrifice.
During the holiday, Muslims around the world traditionally slaughter a four-legged animal - a symbol of obedience to God.
It's also a time for reflection, say devotees.
(SOUNDBITE) (Urdu) MOHAMMAD IRSHAAD, A MUSLIM DEVOTEE, SAYING:
"We want to give the message that people from all religions must stay together and forget all the differences on this festival. We all should live in peace and promote love and brotherhood."
Celebrations were also held in neighbouring Bangladesh, the world's third-largest Muslim-majority country.
Eid al-Adha is celebrated on different days across the Muslim world.
It traditionally marks the end of the Haj, the pilgrimage to the holy city of Mecca in Saudi Arabia that attracts millions every year.
Thousands gathered at this mosque in New Dehli to offer prayers on Eid al-Adha, known in English as the Feast of Sacrifice.
During the holiday, Muslims around the world traditionally slaughter a four-legged animal - a symbol of obedience to God.
It's also a time for reflection, say devotees.
(SOUNDBITE) (Urdu) MOHAMMAD IRSHAAD, A MUSLIM DEVOTEE, SAYING:
"We want to give the message that people from all religions must stay together and forget all the differences on this festival. We all should live in peace and promote love and brotherhood."
Celebrations were also held in neighbouring Bangladesh, the world's third-largest Muslim-majority country.
Eid al-Adha is celebrated on different days across the Muslim world.
It traditionally marks the end of the Haj, the pilgrimage to the holy city of Mecca in Saudi Arabia that attracts millions every year.
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