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Eid ul Fitr 2023: Expected Date in Pakistan and Moon Sighting - Tips to Prepare and Celebrate

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I. Introduction Eid ul Fitr is one of the most important Islamic festivals celebrated worldwide. It marks the end of Ramadan, the Islamic month of fasting. The date of Eid ul Fitr is determined by the sighting of the crescent moon, which signifies the start of the month of Shawwal. In this article, we will discuss the expected date of Eid ul Fitr 2023 in Pakistan and its duration. We will also answer some frequently asked questions about Eid, such as the countdown to Eid ul Adha 2023, the dates for Ramadan 2023, and the significance of Eid in India. II. Moon Sighting for Eid ul Fitr 2023 A. Traditional method of moon sighting The traditional method of determining the date of Eid ul Fitr is through the sighting of the crescent moon. Muslim scholars use astronomical calculations to predict the birth of the new moon. However, in many countries, including Pakistan, the sighting of the crescent moon by the naked eye is still the preferred method of determining the start of the new lunar mon