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You may be wondering what the significance of Eid ul-Adha is. While the day of Ramadan ends on Eid ul-Fitr, Eid ul-Adha occurs one day after the annual Hajj pilgrimage, which is an act of forgiveness. While the two holidays are closely linked, they are quite different. The first is the most well-known, while the latter is largely unknown. Festival of sacrifice The Islamic festival of Eid al-Adha, or the "Festival of Sacrifice," begins on the tenth day of Dhu al-Hijjah and lasts for three days. Although this holy day is celebrated year-round, the Islamic calendar calls for it to…