Eid Mubarak! Beautiful photos of people celebrating Eid al-Adha around the world

Muslims offer Eid al-Adha prayers at Jama Masjid in New Delhi on the eve of Eid al-Adha. Muslims around the world celebrate Eid al-Adha, or the Feast of the Sacrifice, by sacrificing animals to commemorate prophet Ibrahim's faith on willing to sacrifice his son. While Eid al-Adha falls on the 10th day of Dhu al-Hijjah as per the Islamic lunar calendar, according to the Gregorian calendar, the date varies every year and shifts 11 days from the previous date. Eid al-Adha, also known as Eid ul-Zuha, marks the end of Hajj – the annual pilgrimage undertaken by devout Muslims to Mecca in Saudi Arabia. (Source: AP)

Women perform prayers on the eve of Eid al-Adha at Istiqlal mosque in Jakarta, Indonesia. (Source: Reuters)

Eid al-Adha is celebrated by Muslims all across the world with much fervour. (Source: Reuters)

Children pose with a frame decorated with holiday wishes after Eid al-Adha prayers, held in a sports hall in Bucharest, Romania. (Source: AP)

Muslims celebrate the holy festival of Eid al-Adha in Washington Square Park in Manhattan, New York. (Source: Reuters)

People in Indonesia take a selfie after attending prayers for Eid al-Adha at Istiqlal mosque in Jakarta, Indonesia. (Source: Reuters)

Muslims around the world sacrifice an animal that is dear to them to prove their devotion and love for Allah. (Source: Reuters)

It is believed that on the day of the Sacrificial Feast, no one should be left hungry. (Source: Reuters)