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Makkah Route Initiative Builds on Darb Zubaydah Legacy of Pilgrim Services
Hail: For centuries, historic Darb Zubaydah stood as one of the Arabian Peninsula’s most prominent routes for Hajj pilgrims from Iraq and beyond on their journey to Makkah. The route passed through Hail Region, where more than 40% of the historic road…
Environment Ministry Urges Health Guidelines for Selecting Udhiyah During Hajj Season
Makkah: The Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture (MEWA) has emphasized the importance of following health and veterinary guidelines when selecting Udhiyah to ensure meat quality and safety, enhance disease prevention, and safeguard public he…
SDRPY Highlights Urban Recovery Efforts, Signs UN-Habitat Agreement at WUF13 in Azerbaijan
Makkah: The Saudi Development and Reconstruction Program for Yemen (SDRPY) is participating in the 13th World Urban Forum (WUF13) in Baku, Azerbaijan, a global event organized by UN-Habitat that convenes decision-makers, experts, and international org…
Over 35,000 Carpets Maintained Across Grand Mosque for Worshippers’ Comfort
Mecca: Beneath the steady flow of worshippers at the Grand Mosque, tens of thousands of carpets play a central role in ensuring comfort for visitors arriving from around the world. More than 35,000 carpets cover the corridors and prayer areas of the G…
Pilgrim City in Khaybar Facilitates Arrival of Pilgrims with 24/7 Operations
Khaybar: The Pilgrim City in Khaybar Governorate is currently experiencing a significant influx of pilgrims arriving by land via the international highway that leads to the holy sites. Pilgrims from numerous Arab and Islamic countries are benefiting f…
Saudi Arabia’s Ihram Imports Exceed 44.6 Million Pieces in 2025
Riyadh: The Kingdom’s imports of ihram garments reached approximately 44.6 million pieces in 2025, reflecting the surging demand for Hajj and Umrah supplies.
According to Saudi Press Agency, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA), this significant volum…
Border Guard Continues Receiving Pilgrims Arriving via Jeddah Islamic Port
Jeddah: The General Directorate of Border Guard continues to receive pilgrims arriving to perform Hajj for the 1447 AH season through Jeddah Islamic Port as part of efforts to facilitate entry procedures and enhance the smooth flow of movement.
Acc…