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Al Hamriyah Municipality welcomes visitors during Eid Al Fitr

Al Hamriyah Municipality welcomes visitors during Eid Al Fitr

Sharjah 2401-04-2025

Under the slogan "Spreading Joy and Happiness to Al Hamriyah's Guests," the municipality welcomed visitors with a warm welcomed with flowers. The initiative reflects the spirit of Eid and promotes the values of love and social interaction among members of the community.
From the first hours of Eid and continuing throughout the three days of Eid, Al Hamriyah Municipality staff worked to prepare public parks and gardens to welcome visitors. Efforts were intensified to ensure a clean and safe environment for residents to spend quality time with their families.
The best environment for families
Al Hamriyah Beach Park saw a large influx of families celebrating Eid amidst the green spaces and enchanting sea views. They were welcomed by a team of municipal employees who welcomed them and presented flowers to adults and children, embodying joy and human connection of these blessed days.
A series of activities
The initiative is part of a series of events launched by Al Hamriyah Municipality on the occasion of Eid Al Fitr, which aim to enhance Eid atmosphere and bring joy to the hearts of residents and visitors.
The celebrations were not limited to the distribution of flowers alone; they also included recreational activities and field preparations that enhanced the beauty of the place. The park was adorned with special Eid decorations, comfortable seating, and comprehensive services, making a visit to Al Hamriyah during Eid a unique and special experience.
His Excellency Mubarak Rashid Al Shamsi, Director of Al Hamriyah Municipality, emphasised that this year, in line with its annual holiday tradition, the Municipality has been keen to enhance the festive atmosphere across all facilities and provide an exceptional experience for visitors to Al Hamriyah during Eid Al Fitr. He added that this year, the Municipality will offer initiatives that reflect authentic Emirati hospitality and add a touch of joy and friendship to the occasion.
Al Shamsi explained that distributing roses to visitors is a simple expression of gratitude and appreciation to all those who chose to spend Eid in Al Hamriyah. He emphasised that the Municipality will continue to implement initiatives aimed at bringing joy to the community and instilling the values of love and harmony among its members.
Roses for everyone
Al Shamsi noted that while Al Hamriyah continues to welcome its guests in an atmosphere of joy and celebration, municipal teams continue to work around the clock to ensure the comfort of visitors, monitor the cleanliness of facilities, and maintain green spaces, in addition to providing the necessary support to organise the smooth and comfortable flow of visitors. With the continued distribution of roses and the spread of smiles, Eid in Al Hamriyah remains an exceptional occasion, embodying the most beautiful meanings of joy and celebration of this happy occasion.

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