Saudi Arabia sets 10-day vaccination deadline for Hajj pilgrims
Pilgrims beginning Hajj 2025 (Saudi Press Agency). May 5, 2026 | 03:06 PM Saudi Gazette RIYADH — The Saudi Ministry of Health has set a deadline of no more than […]
Indonesian Hajj pilgrims praise Makkah Route initiative, smart services
Previous 1 / 6 Saudi personnel deliver efficient, human-centered pilgrim services in Makassar, Indonesia. (SPA) 2 / 6 Saudi personnel deliver efficient, human-centered pilgrim services in Makassar, Indonesia. (SPA) 3 / 6 Saudi personnel deliver efficient, human-centered pilgrim services in Makassar, Indonesia. (SPA) 4 / 6 Indonesian pilgrim Desta Ayoninig could not hold back […]
From years of waiting to seamless arrival: Indonesian pilgrim’s Hajj journey reflects Saudi push for smoother rites
Previous 1 / 3 At Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport in Makassar, Indonesian pilgrims complete entry procedures before boarding, enabling them to move directly to their accommodations in Makkah and Madinah upon arrival. […]
Makkah launches smart guide for pilgrims, visitors
Previous 1 / 2 Discover Makkah: A new digital platform launched to improve information access and services for Makkah visitors. (X @DiscoverMKH) 2 / 2 Discover Makkah: A new digital platform launched to improve information access and services for Makkah visitors. (X @DiscoverMKH)Next SPA April 28, 2026 JEDDAH: The Royal Commission for […]
Makkah airport and metro plans underway: Official
April 1, 2026 | 03:36 PM Saudi Gazette MAKKAH — Plans to build an airport and a metro system in Makkah are underway, according to an official, as the city moves […]
Saudi HR ministry rolls out operational plan to enhance pilgrim services during Hajj
The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development has begun implementing its operational plan for the Hajj season. (@AlharamainSA) Updated 6 sec ago Arab News April 21, 2026 RIYADH: The […]
Saudi Arabia enhances pilgrimage journey with record growth, satisfaction
Previous 1 / 6 Pilgrim Experience Program issued its 2024 annual report, showing a 101 percent increase in arrivals compared with 2022. (Supplied) 2 / 6 Pilgrim Experience Program issued its 2024 […]
Hajj: An Expression of One’s Love for God
MAGAZINE: EDITION MAY 2025Tariq Mahmood – CanadaIslamic Practices 3rd July 2025 reviewofreligions.org © Shutterstock Tariq Mahmood, Toronto, Canada Large crowds evoke something powerful within humans. Whether it’s watching millions celebrate […]
2 journeys, 1 destination: Hajj through the eyes of the young, elderly
RIYADH: Over 94,000 people participated in organizing the Hajj season in Saudi Arabia, where 1.4 million Muslims performed the pilgrimage in early June. The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah reported on […]
What pilgrims are sharing online after their Hajj journey
What pilgrims are sharing online after their Hajj journey Young pilgrims are using social media to process the weight of Hajj and share the experience with loved ones. (AN photo by […]
Centuries of Hajj documented in travelers’ chronicles
Hajj journeys were cultural, spiritual and humanitarian occasions that motivated numerous writers and travelers to document their rich details. (Supplied/SPA) Updated 24 sec ago Tareq Al-Thaqafi June 08, 2025 MAKKAH: […]
Hajj pilgrims on Tashreeq day amid high temperatures, tight security measures
0 of 1 minute, 0Volume 0% 1 / 4 Hajj pilgrims on Saturday continued the ritual stoning of the devil, casting pebbles at the Jamarat, three stone pillars in Mina, on […]
The Pilgrimage Of Mansa Musa
By ADF March 22, 2023 ADF STAFF The Hajj, the annual Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca in Saudi Arabia, dates to the seventh century, the time of the Prophet Muhammad. But Muslims believe the pilgrimage dates back thousands of years earlier, to the time of Abraham. All able-bodied Muslims must make the […]
How pilgrims can embrace sustainability during Hajj to reduce their environmental impact
Special Pilgrims can protect the sanctity of the holy sites and contribute to a greener future for the Kingdom through adopting mindful consumption habits and choosing eco-conscious products. (AN Photo/Huda […]
Spanish Muslims retrace ancient Hajj route on horseback from Andalusia to Makkah
Pilgrims, including three from Spain, pose with their horses outside the Souq al-Hamidiyah market during their months-long horseback journey from Spain to Saudi Arabia to perform the Hajj, in Damascus, […]
Hajj (Pilgrimage)
The fifth act of Islamic worship is the performing of the Hajj or the pilgrimage to Mecca. A Muslim must perform this pilgrimage at least once in his lifetime if […]
Inside the Kingdom’s digitally powered vision for Hajj
Inside the Kingdom’s digitally powered vision for Hajj Previous 1 / 2 A pilgrim uses the Nusuk app while passing through smart gates at the Grand Mosque. (SPA) 2 / 2 With […]
Saudi authorities launch self-help e-book to guide Hajj pilgrims to perform rituals correctly
Saudi authorities launch self-help e-book to guide Hajj pilgrims to perform rituals correctly Muslim worshippers hold up mobile phones as pilgrims gather for prayers around the Kaaba at the Grand […]
Pilgrims arrive in Mina as Saudi Arabia mobilizes services for Hajj peak
Pilgrims arrive in Mina as Saudi Arabia mobilizes services for Hajj peak Previous 0 seconds of 58 secondsVolume 0% 1 / 7 This year’s pilgrims have arrived in Mina for the […]