Republic of Croatia • Europe/Zagreb

Islamic Date Today in Croatia

Live Hijri date calibrated to the official Mešihat Islamske Zajednice u Hrvatskoj Moon Sighting Standard. Synchronized daily at 12:00 AM midnight (Europe/Zagreb).

Mešihat Islamske Zajednice u Hrvatskoj Zvanični Standard

Official Civil & Religious Calibration

Europe/Zagreb • Midnight Rollover (12:00 AM)

Saturday, November 14, 2026

4 Jumādá al-ākhirah 1448 AH

Mešihat Islamske Zajednice u Hrvatskoj Moon Sighting Standard • Day 4 of Jumādá al-ākhirah

Danas: Subota

4. Džumade-l-uhra 1448 h.g.

Mešihat Islamske Zajednice u Hrvatskoj

Calendar System Mešihat Islamske Zajednice u Hrvatskoj Moon Sighting Standard

Reference Point Zagreb Islamic Centre (Zagreb Mosque, 1987) & Rijeka Islamic Center (2013)

Civil Rollover 12:00 AM Midnight

Moon Sighting Body Mešihat Islamske Zajednice u Hrvatskoj & Mufti of Zagreb

Major Cities & Regions in Croatia

All regions across Croatia observe the official national Hijri date shown above:

Zagreb Grad Zagreb · National Capital & Zagreb Mosque (Islamic Centre, 1987)

Zagreb

Rijeka Primorsko-goranska županija · Kvarner Gulf & Award-winning Rijeka Mosque (2013)

Rijeka

Pula Istarska županija · Istrian capital & Islamic Cultural Center Pula

Pula

Sisak Sisačko-moslavačka županija · Islamic Center Sisak (opened 2022)

Sisak

Dubrovnik Dubrovačko-neretvanska županija · Historic Adriatic city & Dubrovnik prayer center

Dubrovnik

Split Splitsko-dalmatinska županija · Dalmatian capital & Split Islamic Community

Split

Gunja Vukovarsko-srijemska županija · Home to Croatia's oldest purpose-built mosque (1969)

Gunja

Osijek Osječko-baranjska županija · Slavonian regional center

Osijek

Key Islamic Events & Dates in Croatia (1448 AH)

Muslims across Croatia track official moon sighting declarations for major religious observances, particularly Ramadan and the two Eids:

Islamic Event	Hijri Date	Significance in Croatia
Start of Ramadan Holy Month	1 Ramadan 1448 AH	Nationwide fasting begins; special nightly Taraweeh prayers across mosques
Laylat al-Qadr 27th Night	27 Ramadan 1448 AH	The Night of Power, marked by night vigils, Qiyam al-Layl, and Quran recitation
Eid al-Fitr Celebration	1 Shawwal 1448 AH	Official celebration marking the blessed conclusion of the fasting month of Ramadan
Day of Arafah Pinnacle of Hajj	9 Dhul Hijjah 1448 AH	Recommended voluntary Sunnah fasting day as pilgrims assemble on Mount Arafat
Eid al-Adha Feast of Sacrifice	10 Dhul Hijjah 1448 AH	Feast of the Sacrifice; communal morning Eid prayers and Qurbani / Udhiyah
Islamic New Year New Hijri Year	1 Muharram 1449 AH	Beginning of the new Hijri lunar year and commemoration of the historic Hijrah
Day of Ashura Sunnah Fast	10 Muharram 1449 AH	Recommended voluntary fasting day commemorating the deliverance of Prophet Musa (AS)

Islamic Date Today in Croatia — 2D Motion Design Illustration of Lunar Calendar and Crescent Moon — Illustration The official Islamic lunar calendar system and the Hilal crescent moon in Croatia.

Croatia Islamic Community & Centenary State Recognition

How the Islamic Calendar Operates in Croatia

Croatia is home to approximately 65,000 Muslims, primarily of Bosniak heritage. In 1916, the Croatian Parliament (Sabor) legally recognized Islam as an official religion, establishing an exemplary institutional model led today by the Mešihat Islamske Zajednice u Hrvatskoj in Zagreb.

At a Glance: The Croatia Calendar in 3 Key Points

Centenary Legal Recognition (1916): Croatia celebrated the centenary of official state recognition of Islam in 2016, following the historic 1916 Sabor law.
Zagreb Islamic Centre (1987): The Zagreb Mosque is the largest Islamic complex in Croatia, renowned for its architectural domes and educational gymnasium.
Award-Winning Rijeka Mosque (2013): The Islamic Center of Rijeka, designed by acclaimed sculptor Dušan Džamonja, is considered one of the most beautiful modern mosques in Europe.

The 1916 Sabor Recognition and Legal Integration

On April 27, 1916, the Croatian Parliament (Sabor) passed a historic law formally recognizing Islam on equal footing with other faiths. In 2002, the Croatian government and the Islamic Community signed a landmark Agreement on Matters of Common Interest, guaranteeing religious education in public schools and rights for Muslim workers.

Architectural Landmarks and Calendar Leadership

The Mešihat Islamske Zajednice u Hrvatskoj, led by the Mufti of Zagreb Aziz Hasanović, oversees the lunar calendar. Working in close institutional harmony with Bosnia's Rijaset, the Mešihat publishes the official Takvim, synchronizing observances across Zagreb, Rijeka, Gunja (home to Croatia's oldest mosque, 1969), and Dubrovnik.

Day Transition Dynamics in Croatia

The civil Islamic date on this page updates at 12:00 AM midnight Central European Time (CET / Europe/Zagreb, UTC+1 or CEST UTC+2 in summer). Liturgical observances transition at Maghrib sunset, celebrated with state-televised Eid prayers from the Zagreb Islamic Centre.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions regarding the observation of the Islamic calendar, moon sighting, and prayer timings in Croatia:

What is the Islamic date today in Croatia?

The Islamic date today in Croatia follows the official Takvim published by the Mešihat Islamske Zajednice u Hrvatskoj in Europe/Zagreb time.

When did Croatia officially recognize Islam?

The Croatian Parliament (Sabor) formally recognized Islam as an equal religion on April 27, 1916.

What is the Rijeka Mosque?

Opened in 2013, the Islamic Center of Rijeka was designed by renowned artist Dušan Džamonja and is celebrated internationally for its innovative sculptural dome architecture.

What is the oldest mosque in Croatia?

The mosque in Gunja, near the border with Bosnia, was completed in 1969 and is the oldest purpose-built mosque in modern Croatia.

What time zone is used in Croatia?

Central European Time (CET / Europe/Zagreb, UTC+1), adjusting to CEST (UTC+2) in summer.

Are Muslims entitled to leave on Eid in Croatia?

Yes, under the 2002 state agreement, Muslim workers in Croatia have the legal right to take paid leave for Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha.

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