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Massive shading project underway at Namira Mosque courtyards for Hajj photos

Massive shading project underway at Namira Mosque courtyards for Hajj

  • Project will be implemented during the Hajj season to help to alleviate heat and to facilitate the movement of pilgrims as they perform their rituals
  • Features planting 2,000 trees in the eastern courtyards, installing complete infrastructure for water and electricity networks, constructing 320 canopies, and setting up 350 misting fans
By Arab News ·
Ministry of Hajj organizes ‘Khitamuhu Misk’ ceremony in Makkah

Ministry of Hajj organizes ‘Khitamuhu Misk’ ceremony in Makkah

By Arab News ·
Analysis The amount of tech integrated into Hajj has been growing year on year. (SPA) photos

Could AI one day perform all of Hajj social services?

By Haifa Alshammari ·
Makkah locals welcome blessings of the spiritual season

Makkah locals welcome blessings of the spiritual season

By Rahaf Jambi ·
Pilgrimage may strengthen family bonds as many perform Hajj with relatives, creating shared memories. (AN photo by Huda Bashatah photos

Hajj: An odyssey of faith and personal growth

By Tareq Al-Thaqafi ·
Hajj pilgrims begin final rituals before returning home video

Hajj pilgrims begin final rituals before returning home

By MOHAMMED AL-KINANI - SULAFA AL-KHUNAIZI ·
Saudi Arabia’s markets ready for annual surge in demand

Saudi Arabia’s markets ready for annual surge in demand

By Afshan Aziz ·
Hajj pilgrims innovate for comfort amid Saudi Arabia’s efforts to beat the heat photos

Hajj pilgrims innovate for comfort amid Saudi Arabia’s efforts to beat the heat

By MOHAMMED AL-KINANI ·
Pilgrims learn the importance of social solidarity through sharing food and mutual assistance in performing the rituals. (SPA) photos

Hajj — a profound journey connecting global Muslims

By Tareq Al-Thaqafi ·
Designers Arief Al-Sherif and Sari Salem Hariry. Pilgrims can choose from a collection of traditional costumes. (Supplied) photos

Saudi brand showcases heritage to pilgrims

By Afshan Aziz ·
Hajj pilgrims from around the world celebrate Eid Al-Adha at the holy sites

Hajj pilgrims from around the world celebrate Eid Al-Adha at the holy sites

By Ghadi Joudah ·
Arafat sermon projected to reach 1 billion listeners worldwide

Arafat sermon projected to reach 1 billion listeners worldwide

By Arab News ·
Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud inspects Hajj security forces in Makkah. (SPA)

Interior minister inspects Hajj security forces in Makkah

By Arab News ·

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