Browsing: Makkah

Makkah, June 18, 2026, SPA — The Holy Kaaba is rich with details, each carrying stories that span centuries. Among them is the Kaaba’s Mizab (rainwater spout on the Kaaba’s roof), a gilded feature that is not merely an architectural element but a testament to the long history of care devoted to the Kaaba. Beneath the Mizab is a small inscription that reads: “made by Ahmed Ibrahim Badr in Makkah.” Though brief, it preserves the story of the craftsman behind one of the Kaaba’s most prominent features. Ahmed Ibrahim Badr was born in Makkah in 1339 AH and grew up in an environment known for traditional craftsmanship

Makkah, June 01, 2026, SPA — The Royal Commission for Makkah City and Holy Sites announced the awarding of six development sites under the Developed Districts Program, covering a total area of more than 2.7 million square meters and representing investments valued at SAR13.3 billion. The initiative is part of the commission’s efforts to enhance the urban environment, support economic growth, improve the quality of life, and advance sustainable development in the Holy City. The commission stated that the awarded sites are located in the neighborhoods of Jurhum South, Al-Khalidiyah, Al-Hajlah, Al-Hindawiyah East, Al-Hindawiyah South,

Mina, May 30, 2026, SPA — The Ministry of Municipalities and Housing, represented by the Holy Makkah Municipality, conducted over 38,000 field inspection tours during the 1447 AH Hajj season to maintain high compliance levels and preserve the quality of municipal services provided to pilgrims across Makkah and the holy sites. The ministry stated that the field inspections targeted health and commercial establishments, catering kitchens, food outlets, and various seasonal service sites related to the Hajj to guarantee the highest standards of health, safety, and service quality for all pilgrims.

Makkah, May 30, 2026, SPA — The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development conducted over 10,000 field inspection visits across Makkah, Madinah, and the holy sites during this year’s 1447 AH Hajj season to verify establishments’ compliance with labor laws, mplementing regulations, and strict seasonal work environment requirements. The intensive inspection tours significantly raised compliance levels among private-sector establishments operating during the busy season, leading to the identification of approximately 2,400 violations and the resolution of 87 direct reports. To effectively regulate seasonal labor, the minis

Celebrate the Spirit of Eid Al Adha in the Heart of Makkah at Address Jabal Omar Makkah A Time of Faith, Gratitude, and Togetherness Steps from Al Masjid Al Haram Makkah, Saudi Arabia, May 2026: As the sacred days of Arafah and Eid Al Adha approach, Address Jabal Omar Makkah invites guests to experience a meaningful time shaped by faith, reflection, and togetherness, just steps from Al-Masjid Al-Haram. This period draws worshippers to Makkah for moments of devotion and spiritual focus, followed by the quiet joy and connection that define Eid. With its exceptional proximity to the Haram, the hotel offers a setting where guests can

Makkah, April 27, 2026, SPA — The Royal Commission for Makkah City and Holy Sites (RCMC) launched the “Discover Makkah” digital platform, aimed at providing a unified reference that facilitates visitors’ access to information and services related to Makkah, enhancing their religious and cultural experience. The platform offers integrated content covering historical landmarks, enrichment sites, and museums, alongside interactive tools such as smart maps and a trip planner, enabling users to plan their visits and navigate between sites with ease. Discover Makkah provides reliable and up-to-date information through a uni

Jakarta, April 28, 2026, SPA — The Hajj journey no longer begins upon arrival in Saudi Arabia; it now starts thousands of kilometers away, at departure airports, where the experience is reshaped into one that is calmer, smoother, and more reassuring. In Indonesia, the Makkah Route Initiative has long embodied this concept, offering a distinct experience in which travel procedures are completed before departure rather than upon arrival. The initiative first took shape in 2017, when it was implemented in Indonesia as one of the earliest participating countries. It is part of the Ministry of Interior’s initiatives, carried out under t

Makkah, April 24, 2026, SPA — In his Friday sermon at the Grand Mosque today, Imam Sheikh Abdulrahman Al-Sudais affirmed that Hajj serves as a school of monotheism, emphasizing that Makkah remains a sanctuary of safety and guidance for all humanity He stressed the vital importance of adhering to official Hajj regulations and instructions, specifically highlighting the necessity of obtaining a permit to fulfill the Sharia objectives of preserving lives. Sheikh Al-Sudais urged pilgrims to maintain exemplary character, exercise gentleness, and avoid crowding during the rituals. Concluding his sermon, he commended the security and organ

Jakarta, April 22, 2026, SPA — The first flight carrying beneficiaries of the Makkah Route Initiative departed today from Jakarta, Republic of Indonesia, for Saudi Arabia via the initiative lounge at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, bound for Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz International Airport in Madinah. The initiative aims to provide high-quality services to pilgrims from beneficiary countries by receiving them and completing their procedures in their own countries with ease. The process begins with biometric data collection and electronic issuance of Hajj visas, followed by passport procedures at the airport of departure after ver

Dhaka, April 18, 2026, SPA — The first flight carrying beneficiaries of the Makkah Route Initiative departed today from the People’s Republic of Bangladesh to the Kingdom through the initiative’s dedicated lounge at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, heading to King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah, in the presence of Prime Minister of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh Tarique Rahman and Saudi Ambassador to Bangladesh Dr. Abdullah bin Abiyah. The initiative aims to provide high-quality services to pilgrims from beneficiary countries by receiving them and completing their procedures in their home countries