Dubai: If you have been paying attention to the calendar lately, you have probably realised that something special is almost upon us. Eid Al Adha , the second and holiest festival in Islam, is now just about two weeks away, and a quiet but unmistakable energy is beginning to build across the UAE .  For Muslim residents, whether Emirati citizens or expatriates from dozens of different countries, this period is one of deep spiritual reflection, family connection, and preparations for one of the most cherished celebrations of the year. But before the feasts, the new clothes, and the gatherings begin, there is an important question that everyone wants answered with certainty: when exactly does Eid Al Adha officially begin?…