Feast Of The Sacrifice

In pictures: Muslims celebrate Eid al Adha as pilgrims conclude their Hajj

Eid al Adha, the feast of the sacrifice that begins on Saturday, marks the end of this year's Hajj.

Here’s what you need to know about the ‘Feast of Sacrifice’: Eid al Adha

The Feast of Sacrifice is based on the experiences of the Prophet Abraham. All three monotheistic faiths believe that he was tested by God, who ordered him to sacrifice his son before replacing him with a ram at the last moment.