The first day of Ramadan marks the start of the fast – Muslims will rise before dawn to eat suhoor, prior to beginning the fast. It ends at Maghrib, or the sunset prayer, usually with dates and water, followed by an evening meal called iftar. This pattern continues throughout the Holy Month. There is nothing particularly different about the first day of Ramadan from the rest of the month – but during the last 10 days many increase their prayers, as this is the holiest part of the month.