Unique Ramadan Traditions From Across the World

Reading the Quran Is Important in Mauritania

Ramadan customs in Mauritania are more old-fashioned. They stick to the book and follow the rules for this holy month. Muslims in other countries try to read the whole Quran during the month, but Muslims in Mauritania try to do it in one night. For the average reader, this should take about 15 hours. For slower readers, it will take closer to 30 hours.

Many Muslim males in Mauritania also shave their heads and let their "Ramadan hair" grow instead. This is something they do before Ramadan. Many couples also get married during this month to have a fortunate life.