Kathmandu, March 21 -- Hundreds of followers of Islam gathered in Nepal on Saturday morning at the Jame Mosque as they mark Eid-Al-Fitr, as they end a month-long fast of Ramadan.

After offering special prayers, the attendees exchanged blessings with each other. There is a tradition of eating and serving special sweet dishes on this occasion.

"We underwent thirty days long Roza, on the day of Eid, we gather for the mass Namaz," Rihan, one of the attendees told ANI.

Eid, celebrated after the discipline of fasting (Roza), self-restraint, and devotionally performed prayer rituals, is a symbol of spiritual purity and elevation.

"After the Namaz, we meet with friends and relatives, hug each other and exchange wishes. We also feast on the sw...