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Two students live Ramadan: A fasting month full of adventures!
Edda and Tekla travel through the desert without a plane. They experience Ramadan in Medina and describe their impressions.
Two students live Ramadan: A fasting month full of adventures!
The two adventurers, Edda Brinkmann (23) and Tekla Knuutila (24), are currently on an impressive trip around the world without a plane and have now reached their 128th destination: the holy city of Medina in Saudi Arabia. On their last evening during Ramadan, the two young women experience breaking the fast together with the city's Muslims, a deeply spiritual event that is particularly moving at this time. According to [Süddeutsche](https://www.sueddeutsche.de/muenchen/muenchen-tokio-studentinnen-weltreise-ohne- Flugzeug-li.3275966), Edda and Tekla feel strongly connected to the local community by sharing dates, cookies, yogurt and water after a long day of fasting.
This experience is not just a culinary pleasure for them; They immerse themselves deeply in a culture that is characterized by spirituality, community and reflection during Ramadan. It is one of the customs that the muezzin proclaims the breaker of the fast at sunset and the city awakens to new life. “The feeling of community is one of the most beautiful experiences I have ever had,” shares Edda enthusiastically.
Fasting month of Ramadan: An insight into the rules and customs
Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, is a time of self-control, prayer and spiritual purification for Muslims. Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset and abstain from eating, drinking, smoking and sexual activity. These practices are particularly important in countries like Saudi Arabia, where social norms are closely linked to religious regulations.
After sunset, fasting is typically celebrated with family or friends at Iftar, the breaking of the fast. Particular attention to fasting and its meaning is recommended for vacationers traveling in Muslim countries during this period. Restaurants and shops often have limited opening hours, so travelers should make sure that breakfast is included in the hotel price to avoid spending the day hungry. In many countries, restaurants are closed during the day or offer reduced services and only open in the evening, creating challenges for travelers traveling during Ramadan. Wikinger Reisen emphasizes that a respectful attitude, including appropriate clothing and avoiding public eating or drinking rituals, plays an important role.
Cultural sensitivity and personal experiences
The Edda and Tekla experiences are a valuable opportunity to directly experience one of Islam's deepest traditions. During the trip, it is important to find out about local customs and rules, as there are different regulations during Ramadan depending on the destination country. Particular attention should be paid to the rules of conduct in places of worship as well as cultural peculiarities that vary from country to country. In many Muslim countries, such as Some countries, such as Turkey, Morocco and Egypt, often have less stringent regulations for tourists, while others, such as the United Arab Emirates, take a stricter approach.
Travelers are encouraged to observe local customs and inform themselves about the culture during Ramadan, as recommended by Reisereporter. This not only brings respect, but also an immense enrichment of your own travel experience. Meeting the people in Medina not only opened up new perspectives for Edda and Tekla, but also created solid friendships across cultures.