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Eid al-Adha Traditions among Muslims

Millions of Muslims worldwide will celebrate Eid al-Adha the festival that marks the end of the Muslim pilgrimage to Mecca in Saudi Arabia, known as the hajj, which is one of the five pillars of Islam.

Magical Aerial Photos of Hajj Rituals

The Hajj is the yearly pilgrimage of Muslims to the holy city of Mecca in Saudi Arabia and it is one of the largest religious events in the world.

Heavy Storm Surprises Hajj Pilgrims in Mecca

Stormy weather and heavy rain surprises over 2 million Muslim pilgrims in Saudi Arabia on Sunday on the first day of the annual hajj ritual.

Ceremony to Replace Holy Kaaba’s Covering Held in Mecca ahead of Eid

A ceremony to replace the Holy Kaaba’s covering, known as the Kiswa, with a new one began in Mecca on Sunday, ahead of Eid al-Adha.

Hajj Rituals, the Largest Islamic Event

Muslims from around the world have converged on holy sites in Saudi Arabia, prepared to begin the annual Hajj pilgrimage on Sunday, August 19.

1 Million Quran Distributed at Mecca Grand Mosque

The officials of the Grand Mosque of Mecca (Masjid Al-Haram) distributed one million copies of the Holy Quran among Hajj pilgrims at the mosque.

How Do We Look After our Health During Hajj?

Starting from 19 August, Saudi Arabia will host people from over 180 countries for 5 days for Hajj, the world’s largest annual religious pilgrimage.

Quranic Delegation in Hajj Mops Lies about Iran, Shias in Arab States

An Iranian veteran Quran activist said dispatching the country’s Quranic convoy, known as the Noor (light) convoy), to Hajj helps to dispel myths Quranic activities in Iran.

Hajj Preserves Unity and Solidarity among Muslims : Cleric

Representative of Iran's Supreme Leader in Hajj Affairs said the annual pilgrimage is a main factor of preserving unity and solidarity among Muslims of the world.

Wife of Qatar’s Amir Urges to Boycott Hajj

Jawahir bint Hamad bin Suhaim al-Thani, the wife of Qatar’s Amir Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani urged Qatari’s to boycott Hajj this year.

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