The exact date of Muhammad's birth is not known but it's often regarded as the 12th day of the month.
This date - sometimes just referred to as Mawlid or Milad, and also as Eid al-Mawlid and Eid-e-Milad - is observed by praising Allah, fasting, public processions, poetry, family gatherings and the decoration of streets and homes.
Thousands of Muslims in Jerusalem celebrate the anniversary of the birth of Prophet Muhammad. The celebrations will take place on Friday in Al-Aqsa Mosque. Israelis, Palestinians and Muslims from around the world arrived at the mosque in the early morning to participate in the program announced by the Department of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs in Jerusalem. The celebrations included the singing of religious songs. Sweets distribution amongst those taking part.
A procession of the teams of Scouts tours the streets before they marched towards the Noble Sanctuary of Al-Aqsa through the Old City gates.
EID MILAD UN NABI MUBARAK