Eid al-Adha is celebrated by Muslims from Ireland

Eid al-Adha is celebrated by Muslim communities in Ireland.

Eid al-Adha is celebrated by Muslims from Ireland

Eid al-Adha is celebrated by Muslim communities in Ireland.

Eid al-Adha, which is marked with special prayers and feasts, follows Eid al-Fitr, which marks the end Ramadan (the holy month of fasting).

For the third consecutive year, the largest Eid al-Adha gathering in Ireland was held in Croke Park in Dublin.

Families gathered in Belfast at Davitts GAA Club in west Belfast.

At Saturday's celebrations, 42 Muslim cultures were represented.

Khaled El Fotooh, a community worker, said that "you will find people from all parts of the globe" at BBC News NI.

He said, "It's an enormous day for Muslims in Northern Ireland."

Sameh Hassan, chairman of North West Islamic Association in Londonderry, said that about 200 people attended Saturday's event.

To accommodate them, they had to hold two sessions.

He said, "It symbolizes unity and equality and Muslims from all over the globe come together in their own unique style."

"We are a small group in the north west, so this is an excellent opportunity to get together."

He said that the Muslim population in the north west has grown a lot in recent years and now includes 17 countries.

He said, "A lot of it is due to the hotel, [Altnagelvin Area Hospital In Derry]".

He said, "There are many doctors and nurses who come from a Muslim background that have begun working there in recent years."

On Monday, the centre will host a family fun-day with traditional food and activities for children.