Saudi Arabia Is Building a Cinema in Makkah
The Mecca cinema will be the first ever built in the Al-Abidiyah district of Makkah, near Umm Al-Qura University and outside the Haram boundary.
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Chadian Reciter Wins First Prize at 45th King Abdulaziz International Quran Competition In Mecca
Mohammad Adam Mohamed of Chad wins 500,000 SAR in prestigious global Quran recitation event as Saudi Arabia awards 4 million SAR in total prizes.
Backup Imams Appointed at Masjid al Haram and Nabawi For Every Prayer
Sheikh Dr. Abdulrahman Al‑Sudais mandates that every obligatory prayer at Masjid al‑Haram and Masjid an‑Nabawi include secondary imams and muezzins to maintain uninterrupted worship.
Cultural Bus Tours Launched in Makkah
The Royal Commission has rolled out three new routes—Central Region, Hira Cultural District, and Pilgrimage Landmarks—offering guided, multi‑language commentary and transport to Makkah’s top historical and religious sites.
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.
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.
Heavy Rain and Flooding Alert Issued in Makkah on Thursday, 20 March 2025
The Meteorology Department has issued a heavy rain alert for Makkah Al Mukarramah on Thursday, 20 March 2025. Residents and visitors are advised to take necessary precautions and stay updated on weather conditions.
Masjid al-Haram Launches Toll-Free Numbers for Religious Guidance
New helplines offer instant answers on rituals, worship practices for pilgrims and worshippers.
Jabal Al Nour Turns Green After Continuous Rains in Makkah
This rare phenomenon, captured in photos during sunset on Friday, 7th of Jumada al-Akhirah, 1446 AH (January 25, 2025), has drawn attention worldwide.
Loudspeakers Banned in Masjid al Haram and Nabawi and Their Courtyards
The decision to ban speakers a focused worship environment for visitors and pilgrims.
Group of Deaf Muslims Perform Umrah
The pilgrims carried out the essential rites of Umrah, including Tawaf and Sa’i.
New Children’s Day Care Center to Open at Masjid al Haram at WC 4
Located at WC 4 the nursery at currently under construction.
Moon to Align Directly Above the Kaaba Friday Morning
During this event, the moon will appear directly overhead, aligned with the center of the Kaaba, creating a rare astronomical sight.