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 […]
Digital solutions to support Hajj sacrifices this year
Digital solutions to support Hajj sacrifices this year Previous 1 / 2 Adahi has finalized preparations at seven specialized field complexes spanning more than 1 million sq. meters. (SPA) 2 / 2 […]
What is the Hajj pilgrimage and what is Eid Al-Adha? Why are they significant for Muslims?
Muslim worshippers gather for prayers around the Kaaba at the Grand Mosque complex in the holy city of Makkah, June 2, 2025. (AFP) Updated 9 sec ago AP June 03, 2025 Once a year, large numbers of Muslim pilgrims converging on Saudi Arabia unite in religious rituals and acts of […]
Drones delivering Hajj medicine years in the making, Saudi health minister tells Arab News
Minister of Health Fahad Al-Jalajel inspected NUPCO’s fleet of drones and helicopters on Monday. (SPA) Updated 59 sec ago Arab News June 02, 2025 MAKKAH: A new service to transport medicine […]
Ahmadiyya and colonial Hajj: Between politics, pragmatism and piety
2nd June 2025 Asif M Basit, Ahmadiyya Archive & Research Centre Much has been written about Indian pilgrims to Mecca and Medina in the colonial days, but most of such […]
Saudi students tackle Hajj challenges with tech
Saudi students tackle Hajj challenges with tech Using technologies like the Internet of Things, Musaed enables pilgrims to identify their camp locations on an offline map after an initial download. (Supplied) Updated 30 sec ago Rahaf Jambi May 31, 2025 RIYADH: A team of students at King Abdulaziz University has […]
Pilgrims’ safety takes priority as Saudi Arabia gears up for Hajj
Previous 1 / 4 Pilgrims praying at Mount Arafat during Hajj. (AN/File Photo) 2 / 4 SFDA inspectors intensify field preparedness for Hajj Season 2025. (Supplied) 3 / 4 SFDA takes initiatives to […]
Arafat sermon will reach world’s Muslims through 35-language translation initiative
Arafat sermon will reach world’s Muslims through 35-language translation initiative The Presidency of Religious Affairs at the Grand Mosque and Prophet’s Mosque on Thursday launched an initiative to translate this […]
Middle Eastern states’ action on AI will define their future
Dr. Majid Rafizadeh May 29, 2025 As the world plunges deeper into the era of artificial intelligence, a transformation as significant as the rise of the internet in the early 2000s is underway. AI is no longer a futuristic concept — it is the engine driving the next industrial revolution, […]
The smart pilgrim’s suitcase: What Saudis are packing for Hajj
Previous 1 / 2 Saudi volunteers are providing support and assistance to pilgrims upon their arrival to ensure a smooth, spiritual journey. (SPA) 2 / 2 Saudi volunteers are providing support and […]
Makkah Route Initiative: Enhancing the experience for once-in-a-lifetime journey
Kingdom’s Makkah Route initiative involves dedicated services at 12 airports in 8 countries including the Maldives and Cote d’Ivoire. (Supplied/X/Makkah Route Initiative) Updated 18 sec ago Rashid Hassan May 27, […]