Muharram - 1st Month of the Islamic Calendar

Muharram is the first month in the Islamic calendar. Unlike the Gregorian calendar, the Islamic calendar follow the lunar cycle. It is also one of the sacred months in Islam in which battles are forbidden.

Special day(s):

• 10th - Day of Ashura 
• It is recommended to fast during this day (if possible, on the 9th or11th days as well)