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News

June 25, 2025

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.

byWarda Shahid

Blogs

June 23, 2025

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.

byMohammad bin Abdullah

News

June 23, 2025

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.

byMohammad bin Abdullah

News

June 13, 2025

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.

byWarda Shahid

News

June 6, 2025

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.

byWarda Shahid

June 2025 Mobile Stroke Unit at Masjid Al Haram

News

June 2, 2025

Masjid Al-Haram Gets First Mobile Stroke Unit

Advanced medical technology now serves millions of pilgrims with on-site CT scanner and emergency equipment.

bySamira Yusuf

News

May 27, 2025

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.

byMohammad bin Abdullah

miqat places to wear ihram locations hajj umrah

May 19, 2025

Miqat Locations To Wear Ihram If Performing Hajj or Umrah

Important miqat locations with maps.

byHaniya Hassan

News

May 10, 2025

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.

byMaisah

Umrah

April 24, 2025

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.

byMaisah

Over 122 Million Visitors Gather at the Two Holy Mosques During Ramadan 2025

News

March 31, 2025

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.

bySamira Yusuf

News

March 29, 2025

Sheikh Sudais to Lead Eid al Fitr 2025 Prayer at Masjid al Haram

Renowned imam to guide millions in celebrating the end of Ramadan.

byWarda Shahid

News

March 27, 2025

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.

byMaisah

Air Ambulance Helipads at Masjid Al Haram

News

March 25, 2025

Air Ambulance Helipads and Emergency Hospital Launched at Masjid Al-Haram

The Saudi Red Crescent has unveiled two designated air ambulance landing sites at Masjid Al-Haram and opened the Haram Emergency Hospital, enhancing emergency healthcare infrastructure in anticipation of rising pilgrim numbers during Hajj and Umrah.

byMaisah

young pilgrim reciting quran in mataf masjid al haram

News

March 25, 2025

Saudi Arabia Urge Pilgrims Not to Bring Children at the Grand Mosque During Peak Hours

For safety reasons, Saudi officials advise pilgrims not to bring their children to the Grand Mosque in Mecca during the peak days of Ramadan. Instead, they encourage the use of available childcare centers that provide a secure environment for children.

bySamira Yusuf