Sharjah to fire cannons at five locations during Ramadan – News
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Sharjah Police have identified five locations to launch the Iftar cannon during the holy month of Ramadan.
The cannons are located at Weather Front Square, Fortress Square in the Central Region, Clock Tower Square in Kalba City, Khurfkan Runway Square and Daba Al Hassan Central Square.
According to historians, the custom of firing cannons began in 10th century Egypt, when they were fired to let people know that it was time for Iftar.
The authority has stressed that it is focusing on reviving this popular tradition, in order to spread joy to citizens, residents and visitors eager to witness this spectacle.
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