During the month of Ramadan, Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset every day. This is to atone for their sins. Idul Fitri is the Muslim holiday that celebrates the end of their fasting. Idul Fitri is celebrated similarly to our Christmas holiday. Many people go home and spend time with their families.
Families go around and visit their friends and neighbors.
On the night of Idul Fitri, drums are played up and down the streets all night long to signal the end of the fasting. This is most evident when one is trying to sleep. Our family had an excellent opportunity to experience and learn more about this Muslim custom. Our helper invited us to her home for Idul Fitri celebrations. It took us almost two hours to secure a taxi to get to our helper's house.