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Bakrid
 Celebrated In
: Kerala
Also Known As
: Valla Perunal
Centre of Activity
: Id-Gali
Falls On
: 10th of Dhul- Hajj
Bakrid or Valla Perunnal also called Id Ul-Azha or the 'festival
of sacrifice' is another Muslim festival celebrated by Shias and Sunnis alike in
Kerala. Bakrid falling on the 10th of Dhul- Hajj, the last month of the lunar year (April) is celebrated to commemorate the willingness of Abraham to bid his only son as a sacrifice in obedience to God's command.
On Bakrid, people dressed in their best clothes continue to Id-Gali, the open space set apart for public prayer. There are congregational prayer is held under the leadership of the Imam. At homes, ceremonial prayers and sumptuous feasts form part of the festival
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