The old alleyways of Manama were once again lit up in colourful, festive lighting, glowing to the sound of joyous rhymes, merry tunes and beautifully recited verses of the Quran in celebration of Gergaoun.
The capital city came to life as thousands of people of all ages filled up its narrow streets and historical neighbourhoods, earlier this week, as they do every year during the full moon of Ramadan .