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Browsing TagHajj 2026 begins in Saudi Arabia as over 1.5 million pilgrims gather in Mecca
Worshippers face soaring temperatures during sacred annual journey
Read MoreNew Hajj rules block unauthorised access to Mecca, tighten Umrah deadlines
Permit-only access enforced as pilgrimage preparations intensify
Read MoreHajj 2026: Vaccination deadlines, medical checks and entry rules explained for pilgrims
Approved certificates, validity periods, and documentation required at entry points
Read MoreUAE private sector to get 3-day holiday for Prophet’s birthday
Government employees also to enjoy a long weekend
Read MoreMecca opens world’s largest barbershop for pilgrims near Grand Mosque
New facility features 170 chairs, offering swift grooming for 15,000 people daily
Read MoreSaudi Arabia launches first-ever women-only bus service at Mecca’s Grand Mosque
New initiative ensures privacy, comfort, and security for female pilgrims at Masjid Al Haram
Read MoreA $16 billion marvel that dominates Mecca’s skyline
Discover the awe-inspiring engineering behind the Makkah Royal Clock Tower—an iconic fusion of faith, architecture, and record-breaking innovation.
Read MoreNew rule: Hajj visa limited to Madina, Mecca and Jeddah, no work permits
Saudi Arabia says all international visitors must obtain Hajj visa to perform annual pilgrimage
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