18/02/2026
🕌 The Ramadan Cannon – A Tradition That Moves Me Every Time
Hearing the cannon fire at sunset during Ramadan in the UAE is always powerful.
Every day this holy month, the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre hosts the iftar cannon. A single shot rings out at sunset to signal the time to break the fast. It’s carried out with the UAE Armed Forces and broadcast live on Abu Dhabi TV.
Watching it in person feels completely different.
This is authentic Emirati heritage – a tradition cherished by Emiratis and residents alike. Everyone from any culture is welcome to come and witness it up close.
If you’re in Abu Dhabi this Ramadan, don’t miss it. It’s a moment you’ll carry with you.
📍 Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Abu Dhabi
Ramadan Kareem 🌙