Abdurrahman 7 Jul 2026Grand Mosque expands cooling services to improve worshipper comfort. #SaudiArabia #Makkah #GrandMosque #Islam #News #Hajj3 likes2 comments#grandmosque#saudiarabia#islam#hajj#makkah
Abdurrahman 3 Jul 2026Over 1.3M visitors toured the King Fahd Qur'an Complex in 2025–26. #SaudiArabia #Quran #Islam #Pilgrims #News #Faith2 likes1 comments#saudiarabia#islam#news#quran#pilgrims
Abdurrahman 30 Jun 2026The annual ceremonial washing of the Holy Kaaba will take place on Muharram 15, following the tradition of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). The sacred ritual includes cleansing the Kaaba’s interior with Zamzam water mixed with rose water and perfumed with musk, while its walls are gently wiped with white cloths prepared by the General Authority for the Care of the Two Holy Mosques. #Kaaba #Ma3 likes2 comments#kaaba#saudiarabia#islam#makkah#muharram
Abdurrahman 17 Jun 2026The Holy Kaaba was adorned with a new Kiswa on the first day of Muharram 1448 AH, continuing a centuries-old tradition associated with Islam’s holiest site. The annual replacement ceremony reflected Saudi Arabia’s dedication to serving the Two Holy Mosques and preserving Islamic heritage. Crafted with exceptional skill and artistry, the new Kiswa stands as one of the most remarkable masterpieces o3 likes3 comments#kaaba#kiswa#saudiarabia#islamicnewyear#islam
Abdurrahman 16 Jun 2026Saudi Arabia’s Supreme Court announced that Tuesday, June 16, marks the first day of Muharram 1448 AH and the beginning of the Islamic New Year following the sighting of the crescent moon. The announcement officially starts the new Hijri calendar year, a significant occasion for Muslims worldwide. The court also noted that the Day of Ashura, observed on Muharram 10, will fall on June 25 this year.5 likes4 comments#ashura#saudiarabia#islamicnewyear#islam#hijricalendar
Abdurrahman 15 Jun 2026More than 11.2 million pilgrims performed Umrah during the fourth quarter of 2025, according to new figures released by Saudi Arabia’s General Authority for Statistics. Over 5.7 million pilgrims arrived from outside the Kingdom, while nearly 5.6 million performed Umrah domestically. Men accounted for 56.8 percent of pilgrims, while women represented 43.2 percent, highlighting the continued growth 5 likes4 comments#pilgrimage#islam#umrah#saudiarabia
Abdurrahman 1 Jun 2026Saudi Arabia has officially launched the new Umrah season, with Umrah visas being issued and pilgrims permitted to enter the Kingdom from May 31. According to the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, worshippers can obtain permits through the Nusuk platform beginning June 1. The ministry also announced key dates for visa issuance, arrivals and departures, providing a clear roadmap for pilgrims planning to 5 likes4 comments#umrah#saudiarabia#religi#nusuk#islam
Abdurrahman 30 May 2026The holy city of Madinah welcomed the first groups of pilgrims arriving from Makkah after completing Hajj rituals. Travelers reached the city via the Haramain High-Speed Train, buses, and other transportation services. Authorities implemented extensive logistical and field support measures to ensure smooth arrivals and efficient transfers to accommodations near the Prophet’s Mosque. #Madinah #Hajj5 likes4 comments#saudiarabia#hajj#madinah#travel#islam
Abdurrahman 30 May 2026On behalf of Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Makkah Deputy Emir Prince Saud bin Mishaal officially handed over the new Kiswa, the sacred covering of the Holy Kaaba, to its gatekeeper ahead of the annual replacement ceremony. The traditional handover marks an important religious occasion and precedes the installation of the new Kiswa on the first day of the Islamic New Year. #Kaaba #Kiswa #Makkah #Sa5 likes4 comments#saudiarabia#religioustradition#kiswa#kaaba#hajj
Tarique Rahman 27 May 2026Across Kuwait, philanthropists and residents began performing animal sacrifice on the first day of Eid Al-Adha in a scene reflecting faith, compassion, and solidarity. The ritual symbolizes devotion to Allah and aims to support poorer communities by distributing meat and assistance to those in need. The annual tradition remains one of the most significant spiritual and charitable practices observe4 likes3 comments#kuwait#faith#eidaladha#community#middleeast
Tarique Rahman 27 May 2026Millions of Muslim pilgrims gathered in deeply spiritual and peaceful surroundings to observe the Standing at Arafat, the most significant pillar of the annual Hajj pilgrimage near Mount Arafat. Pilgrims spent the day in prayer, supplication, and remembrance of Allah before departing for Muzdalifah after sunset. Worshipers also performed combined Zuhr and Asr prayers following the Sunnah of Prophe4 likes3 comments#saudiarabia#eidaladha#hajj#islam#makkah
Abdurrahman 27 May 2026Worshipers across Saudi Arabia performed Eid Al-Adha prayers as celebrations began throughout the Kingdom. Large crowds gathered at the Grand Mosque in Makkah where pilgrims joined residents in a deeply spiritual atmosphere. The prayer was led by Sheikh Bandar Balila as Muslims worldwide marked one of the most significant religious occasions in the Islamic calendar. #SaudiArabia #EidAlAdha #Hajj #4 likes3 comments#saudiarabia#eidaladha#middleeast#hajj#islam