95,000 benefit from transportation services in Madinah during first 10 days of Ramadan
13 April 2022

95,000 benefit from transportation services in Madinah during first 10 days of Ramadan

More than 95,000 people have benefited from the transportation services in Madinah during the first ten days of Ramadan, the Madinah Regional Development Authority announced.

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Over 6 million visitors, worshipers at Prophet's Mosque in first ten days of Ramadan
13 April 2022

Over 6 million visitors, worshipers at Prophet's Mosque in first ten days of Ramadan

The General Presidency's for the Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques announced that the Prophet’s Mosque received more than 6,398,502 visitors for visiting and praying during the first ten days of the blessed month of Ramadan.

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How Much Does It Cost For Hajj From Usa?
13 April 2022

How Much Does It Cost For Hajj From Usa?

It depends on your position whether the pilgrimage is affordable in Saudi Arabia, but most locals can afford to pay between US$3,000 and US$10,000 for each individual. In addition to paying bills on a day-to-day basis, you will rely a great deal on cash.

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New carpets welcome worshippers at Two Holy Mosques during Ramadan
12 April 2022

New carpets welcome worshippers at Two Holy Mosques during Ramadan

As part of its preparations for Ramadan, the General Presidency for the Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques covered the floors of both places of worship with 50,000 new carpets for the comfort and protection of worshippers throughout the year, especially during the month of fasting.

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Introductory design for the landmarks of the Grand Mosque in Makkah inaugurated
12 April 2022

Introductory design for the landmarks of the Grand Mosque in Makkah inaugurated

The president of the General Presidency for the Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques Sheikh Abdulrahman Al-Sudais inaugurated an introductory design for the landmarks of the Grand Mosque in Makkah on Monday.

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Circumstances surrounding 2022 Hajj unknown, says NAHCON
12 April 2022

Circumstances surrounding 2022 Hajj unknown, says NAHCON

The National Hajj Commission (NAHCON) has said plans for this year’s hajj are still unclear as it awaits the number of slots to be given to the commission by the Saudi government.

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Saudi Arabia allows entry of pilgrims from all countries without exception this year
12 April 2022

Saudi Arabia allows entry of pilgrims from all countries without exception this year

The government of Saudi Arabia has allowed for the admission of all hajj pilgrims from all countries without any exceptions this year.

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'10-day Ramadan operational plan in Holy Mosques a success'
12 April 2022

'10-day Ramadan operational plan in Holy Mosques a success'

General President of the Grand Mosque and Prophet's Mosque Affairs Sheikh Dr. Abdulrahman bin Abdulaziz Al-Sudais has announced the success of his department's plan to provide diverse services for worshippers during the first ten days of the blessed month of Ramadan.

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Over 1000 women volunteers serve visitors to Grand Mosque Makkah
11 April 2022

Over 1000 women volunteers serve visitors to Grand Mosque Makkah

The General Presidency for the Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques has approved 1018 female volunteers to serve in the Grand Mosque in Makkah during Ramadan.

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Evolution of Makkah’s landscape and transport helps pilgrims, visitors
11 April 2022

Evolution of Makkah’s landscape and transport helps pilgrims, visitors

During the past few decades the transport sector in Makkah has overcome major challenges by implementing innovative ideas and technology, transforming the landscape of the city.

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Saudi Arabia’s Eatmarna app promises safe & smooth Umrah experience
10 April 2022

Saudi Arabia’s Eatmarna app promises safe & smooth Umrah experience

Travelers visiting Makkah to perform Umrah during the holy month of Ramadan will find their visits smoother and safer, thanks to the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah’s Eatmarna app.

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Haj 2022’s largest percentage to be for foreign pilgrims
10 April 2022

Haj 2022’s largest percentage to be for foreign pilgrims

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Haj and Umrah said that the largest percentage and share of Hajj for this year, 1443 AH-2022 AD, will be for pilgrims coming from outside the Kingdom, local media reported.

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