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7 Historical Islamic Mountains In Makkah You Must Visit
Mountains in Makkah: Makkah al-Mukkaramah is one of the holiest cities in Islam, where millions of Muslims from…
Listen Masjid al Haram Friday Khutbah in Different Languages (Feb 21, 2025)
Friday Khutbah (Sermon) from Grand Mosque in Arabic, English, Urdu, French, Farsi, Malay, Hausa, Turkish, Russian, Hindi, Indonesian and Chinese.
Saudi Red Crescent Deploys 1400 Volunteers for Ramadan 2025
Comprehensive ambulance and volunteer support in place for pilgrims.
Makkah Deploys New Buses, Taxis for Pilgrims During Ramadan 2025
New bus routes, taxis, and neighborhood shuttles aim to streamline access to the Grand Mosque.
Sheikh Saleh Al Humaid to Lead Eid al Fitr 2025 Prayer at Masjid al Haram
Renowned imam to guide millions in celebrating the end of Ramadan.
Sheikh Saleh Al Humaid Appointed Chief of Imams at Masjid Al Haram
Sheikh Dr. Abdulrahman Al-Sudais announces leadership change to enhance spiritual services.
Green Barriers Removed from Grand Mosque Rooftop
Worshipers can now enjoy clear views of the holiest site from the roof areas.
Mataf Entry Gates Designated at Grand Mosque
Special access points established to streamline worship during peak Umrah season.
Foreigners Can Now Invest in Makkah and Medina Properties
Foreign investors can now buy shares in firms owning real estate in Mecca and Medina, boosting the kingdom’s pilgrimage-driven economy.
Makkah Taxi Service Launched To Serve Pilgrims 24/7
Saudi Arabia’s new Makkah Taxi service, launched on January 13, 2025, aims to enhance transportation in Makkah with 24/7 availability, 47 designated pickup points, and plans for a fleet of 1,800 taxis by the year’s end, offering a smoother experience for residents and pilgrims.
Red Alert Issued In Makkah and Medina Due To Thunderstorm and Floods
Intense rainstorms and flash floods have plunged parts of Saudi Arabia into chaos, transforming streets into rivers and causing widespread disruption across the holy cities of Makkah and Medina.
Grand Mosque Launches Intensive Winter Quranic Program for Worshipers
Intensive winter Quranic program during mid-year break.
Service To Store Luggage At Masjid al-Haram and an-Nabawi Launched
New Service Launched for Personal Belongings at Holy Mosques.
Imams of Kabah Stopped Leading Prayers Directly in Front of the Kabah After COVID
After COVID-19 and a surge in pilgrims, Imams of the Ka’bah stopped leading prayers directly in front of the Kabah.
Yasser Dosari Appointed Supervisor of Intellectual Awareness at the Grand Mosque
Sheikh Dr. Yasser Al-Dosari has been appointed Supervisor of Intellectual Awareness Work at the Grand Mosque by Sheikh Dr. Abdul Rahman Al-Sudais, reinforcing efforts to enrich the faith experience of visitors and promote the moderate message of Al-Haram.