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Listen Masjid al Haram Friday Khutbah in Different Languages (Jun 27, 2025)
Friday Khutbah (Sermon) from Grand Mosque in Arabic, English, Urdu, French, Farsi, Malay, Hausa, Turkish, Russian, Hindi, Indonesian and Chinese.
2025 Kiswa of the Kaaba Costs 25 million Riyals and Weighs 1415 KG
Saudi Arabia reveals the new Kiswah after 11 months of meticulous work, featuring 47 handcrafted silk panels, 68 Quranic verses in gold and silver thread, and weighing over 1,400 kilograms.
Abdul Rahim Amin Bukhari: The Calligrapher Who Left His Mark on the Kaaba
When millions of Muslims turn toward the Kaaba in Mecca for prayer, few may realize that the sweeping gold calligraphy on its iconic black cloth, the Kiswa, bears the legacy of a single artist — Abdul Rahim Amin Bukhari.
Kiswah to Be Changed on 1st Muharram 1447 (June 25, 2025)
Makkah prepares for the ceremonial replacement of the Kaaba’s cloth covering on 1st Muharram 1447 AH, a moment that marks the beginning of the Islamic New Year.
AI Device To Track Daily Pilgrim Numbers Launched at Masjid al Haram
Masjid Al Haram has launched state-of-the-art monitoring devices at its entrances to accurately record the daily influx of pilgrims.
Screens to Monitor Mataf and Sa’i Crowds Installed in Masjid al Haram
Pilgrims can now view real-time crowd density in Mataf and Sa’i areas to avoid congestion and ensure a smoother worship experience.
Masjid Al-Haram Gets First Mobile Stroke Unit
Advanced medical technology now serves millions of pilgrims with on-site CT scanner and emergency equipment.
Total Solar Eclipse Will Darken Masjid al Haram For Three minutes on August 2, 2027
On August 2, 2027, the Holy City of Makkah will experience a total solar eclipse, plunging the Grand Mosque and surrounding areas into roughly three minutes of daytime darkness, according to Professor Abdullah Alkhudhairi of King Abdulaziz University.
Miqat Locations To Wear Ihram If Performing Hajj or Umrah
Important miqat locations with maps.
Ghusl Kaaba Ceremony to Take Place on 15th Muharram 1447 (July 10-11, 2025)
The traditional Ghusl Kaaba (cleansing of the Kaaba) ceremony is scheduled to take place on the 15th of Muharram, 1447 AH—likely falling on either Thursday, July 10 or Friday, July 11, 2025—depending on official moon sightings.
New Uniform Style Introduced for Haram Cleaners at the Grand Mosque
The General Authority for the Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques has unveiled a new uniform design for the cleaning staff at Masjid al-Haram, aimed at improving functionality, comfort, and visual unity.
How to Get a Free Wheelchair for Umrah in Makkah
Willing to get a wheelchair during your Umrah journey? Here is all you need to know.
Over 122 Million Visitors Gather at the Two Holy Mosques During Ramadan 2025
The General Authority for the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque reported that over 122 million visitors attended these sacred sites during Ramadan, with detailed statistics showing 16,558,241 Umrah performers, 92,132,169 worshipers at Masjid al-Haram, and 30,154,543 at Masjid an-Nabawi.
Sheikh Sudais to Lead Eid al Fitr 2025 Prayer at Masjid al Haram
Renowned imam to guide millions in celebrating the end of Ramadan.
Masjid al-Haram Sees More Worshipers Than Hajj: 3.44M Gather on 27th Night of Ramadan 2025
On the 27th night of Ramadan 2025, Masjid al-Haram in Makkah set a new record with 3.44 million worshipers attending, that’s more than Hajj which usually sees a crowd of 1.5 to 2.5 million.