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Public in Somalia
Isra and Mi'raj in Somalia
Also known as:
Laylat Al-Isra wa Al-Miraj
Night Journey and Ascension
The Prophet's Ascension
Quick Facts
Lunar Calendar
Date varies based on lunar cycles
🌙 Lunar Based
Religious Holiday
Has spiritual and religious significance
islam
Holiday Type
Classification in Somalia
Public
About Isra and Mi'raj
The Prophet's Ascension
Celebrates Prophet Muhammad's journey from Mecca to Jerusalem and ascension to heaven.
Commemorates Prophet Muhammad's night journey and ascension to heaven
Practical Information in Somalia
Banks
Banks are closed
🏦 ClosedSchools
Educational institutions are closed
🏫 ClosedGovernment Offices
Government services unavailable
🏛️ ClosedHistorical Significance in Somalia
The event is believed to have taken place in a single night in the year 621.
Calendar Details
Calendar Systems
islamic
Lunar Calendar Based
This holiday's date varies according to the lunar calendar, which means it falls on different dates each year in the Gregorian calendar.
🌙 Lunar Dependent
📅 Variable Date
Historical Timeline
2026
Last observed in Somalia
🇸🇴Final celebration recorded in Somalia
⏰ Last ObservedAlternative & Historical Names in Somalia
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Somalia
Also Known As:
Laylat Al-Isra wa Al-Miraj
Night Journey and Ascension
Current Status in Somalia
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Somalia
Last observed: 2026
Public Holiday
Date: February 7, 2024