The observance begins the morning after the crescent moon is seen. In the Islamic calendar, this marks the beginning of the new month. This special time of the year encourages Muslims to practice ...

Each year, pilgrims travel to this site for Hajj (a mandatory pilgrimage muslims need to make during Dhul-Hijjah at least ...

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has imposed new penalties targeting individuals who violate Hajj permit regulations. The Ministry of Interior made this known on Thursday saying the sanctions include a ...

In 2024, Makkah experienced blistering heat ranging ... the final month of the Islamic calendar.

As soon as we landed in Jeddah, we proceeded on a 5-hour road trip to Madinah. I heard the views were amazing; I wouldn’t ...

History researcher Dr. Samir Barqah suggested Makkah has a unique architectural legacy. “Makkah has witnessed different architectural cultures over the years,” he said Visitors to Makkah can ...

In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful All perfect praise be to Allah the Lord of the Worlds. May His ...