Umrah pilgrims boost Saudi Arabia’s hospitality sector
As the COVID-19 pandemic recedes, an increasing flow of Umrah pilgrims has led to a revival of hotels and businesses in the holy cities of Makkah and Madinah in Saudi Arabia.
Presidency of Two Holy Mosques boosts Friday prayer services
The General Presidency for the Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques is striving to enhance its services to accommodate the large number of pilgrims and guests, with a special focus on Friday prayers. The authority aims to ensure a seamless experience for pilgrims performing their religious duties on the busiest day of the week at…
Grand Mosque in Makkah ready to deal with wet weather
On Monday, the General Presidency of the Two Holy Mosques mobilized resources and personnel to tackle the rainy weather conditions at the Grand Mosque in Makkah. The Mataf, entrances, exits, and prayer areas have been prepared to handle the rainfall, and the authorities have intensified their efforts to ensure that rainwater is drained away and…
Makkah green light for 280 park facilities
The Makkah municipality has introduced over 280 public parks in different neighborhoods, with many featuring children’s playgrounds. The aim is to enhance the city’s green spaces and attract visitors.
Saudi Arabia to launch ‘Made in Makkah’ and ‘Made in Madinah’ products
Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources has announced the upcoming launch of products featuring the slogans “Made in Makkah” and “Made in Medina” for pilgrims visiting the country’s holy sites.
Saudi Arabia lifts COVID restrictions on Hajj
The authorities of the kingdom over the past three years, due to the coronavirus pandemic, have limited the number of pilgrims to perform the hajj.
The head of the SAMK asked to reduce the prices for the Hajj for Kazakhstanis
The Chairman of the Spiritual Administration of Muslims of Kazakhstan, Grand Mufti Nauryzbai Kazhy Taganuly held talks with the Minister of Hajj and Umrah of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Tawfik ibn Fawzan al-Rabia to reduce the cost of the Hajj for Kazakhstanis.
Uzbek authorities agree with Saudi Arabia to double hajj quotas
The authorities of Uzbekistan and Saudi Arabia have agreed to double the Hajj quota for pilgrims from the republic, MIR 24 reports with reference to the press service of Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev.
Saudi Arabia lifts coronavirus restrictions on hajj
The Saudi authorities have decided to lift the restrictions imposed earlier due to COVID-19 when organizing the Hajj this year, the Kingdom’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah said in a statement.