Shab-e-Barat

Shab-e-Barat or the night of salvation is celebrated on the 15th of Shaaban (the 8th Islamic month) by many Muslims. It is a night of seeking forgiveness and repenting to Almighty Allah. The night is spent in remembrance of Allah and keeping fast the next day. Sweet dishes like halwa, kheer and zarda are cooked and distributed among people. The children celebrate this night in a joyous manner and are seen in the streets with sparklers, skyrockets and small crackers. Houses, shops and other buildings are decorated with colorful lights and diyas (terracotta oil lamps).