Masjid al-Haram Launches Second Summer Quran Course for 1448 AH
Free Quran memorisation, review, and recitation programme open to all at Masjid al-Haram.
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Hajj 2026: London Mayor Sadiq Khan Performs Hajj
Pakistani minister Fahd Haroon met Sadiq Khan inside Masjid an-Nabawi during 2026 Hajj.
Eid al-Adha 2026: Bandar Baleelah To Lead Eid Salah At Masjid al-Haram
The Imam and Khateeb of Masjid al-Haram (Grand Mosque) will deliver the Eid Al Adha sermon at the world’s holiest site in 2026.
Manufacturing of the Kaaba’s Kiswah for 1448 AH Has Been Successfully Completed
The Kiswa covering the Holy Kaaba is crafted over months at a dedicated complex in Makkah, using gold thread, black silk, and Quranic verse embroidery.
Temperature Around the Kaaba Remains at 24°C Even in Peak Summer Heat
Masjid al-Haram’s 155,000-ton cooling system keeps indoor temperatures steady while Makkah’s summer heat exceeds 45°C.
Hajj 2026: Full 5G Coverage Now Active Across All Hajj Locations
Saudi Ministry of Media confirms complete 5G network rollout at Masjid al-Haram, Arafat, Mina, and Muzdalifah ahead of Hajj 2026.
Hajj 2026: Saudi Arabia to Use Drones to Deliver Medicines at Holy Sites
Drones will carry medicines and medical samples across Makkah and Madinah sites, cutting delivery times from 90 minutes to six minutes.
Woman Arrested at Masjid al-Haram After Attempting to Cut Piece of Kiswa
A woman travelling with a Turkish Hajj group was detained by security forces at Masjid al-Haram after she attempted to cut a piece of the Kaaba’s covering — the Kiswah — with scissors to keep as a souvenir.
Ramadan 2026: Sheikh Sudais to Lead Khatam al-Quran Dua
Sheikh Dr. Abdulrahman Al-Sudais, President and Chief Imam of Masjid al-Haram, will lead the Khatam al-Quran dua on the 17 March 2026 (29th night of Ramadan 1447 AH) — marking his 36th consecutive completion of the Quran at the Grand Mosque.
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.
Locations of Emergency Health Centers Around Masjid al-Haram
To ensure the well-being of worshipers, several health centers are strategically placed around the mosque, offering essential medical services.
Saudi Arabia Bans 5 Things Inside Masjid al-Haram
Planning a visit to Masjid al-Haram? Here’s a list of items you can’t bring, including food, sharp objects, large bags, and baby strollers. Stay informed!
Can Menstruating Women Enter Masjid al-Haram and Nabawi?
No, women cannot enter Masjid al-Haram and Masjid an-Nabawi while menstruating.
Dress Code of Imams of Kaaba and Masjid an-Nabawi
The attire for Imams in Saudi Arabia consists of a White thobe, Mashlah or Bisht, and Ghutra or Shemagh.
How To Book Electric Wheelchair at Grand Mosque (Masjid al-Haram)?
Making your Umrah and Hajj trip easier to cover with the latest electric wheelchairs in Masjid al-Haram.