Palestinian experiences uncommon Ramadan in Greenland

(MENAFN) Looking out at the faintly ignited hills and icy sea, 24-year-old Racan Mansoor calmly awaits his first meal after 12 hours of fasting.

Now in his second year in Greenland, Mansoor is observing Ramadan, the sacred month in the Islamic lunar calendar, just like millions of Muslims around the world. However, his experience is unique—not because of the fasting itself, but due to his location and the fact that few other Muslims share this experience with him.

Mansoor resides in Nuuk, Greenland’s capital and the northernmost capital in the world. Because of its geographical position, the length of daylight significantly affects fasting hours.

Situated just below the Arctic Circle, Nuuk experiences extreme daylight variations. During summer, daylight can last up to 23 hours, meaning a Muslim observing Ramadan would fast nearly the entire day, leaving just an hour to break their fast.

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