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Makkah, July 22, 2026, SPA — Electronic guidance screens installed at the gates and outer courtyards of the Grand Mosque help worshippers and visitors identify available entrances and choose the nearest access points, improving crowd flow and facilitating entry. The screens provide real-time updates on gate availability and crowd density in the Mataf and Masaa, helping worshippers, Umrah performers, and visitors choose the most suitable routes. They also direct visitors to upper-floor entrances, improving traffic flow and reducing access times. The initiative is part of ongoing efforts to leverage technology to enhance crowd management

Makkah, June 06, 2026, SPA — The General Presidency for Religious Affairs at the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque has launched a slew of awareness, educational, and enrichment programs for the Umrah season, while also enhancing its operational, field, and technological readiness to better serve visitors and Umrah performers at the Two Holy Mosques. President of Religious Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque Sheikh Dr. Abdulrahman bin Abdulaziz Al-Sudais emphasized the importance of strengthening preparedness and promoting integration among relevant agencies and field departments. He noted that these efforts

Madinah, June 05, 2026, SPA — Wayfinding services developed by the Madinah Region Development Authority are facilitating the smooth movement of post-Hajj pilgrims in the central area surrounding the Prophet’s Mosque. They utilize integrated signs and markers featuring a visual identity inspired by Madinah’s cultural and historical heritage, helping visitors reach their destinations and local services with ease. By providing clear, easily understandable directions, the initiative improves pedestrian flow and crowd organization around the Prophet’s Mosque, elevating the overall experience and service quality for global visitor

Makkah, May 28, 2026, SPA — The General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque launched a package of smart solutions to measure visitor satisfaction with services at the Two Holy Mosques, as part of its ongoing efforts to enhance the visitor experience and raise service quality. The project includes installing 1,000 NFC-enabled smart signs — 650 at the Grand Mosque and 350 at the Prophet’s Mosque — supported by an advanced technical dashboard that collects real-time satisfaction data via interactive points distributed across both mosques. The initiative represents a qualit

Mina, May 26, 2026, SPA — The Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance continues providing guidance and digital services for pilgrims at Al-Khayf Mosque during the Day of Tarwiyah. Services included access to an electronic library featuring educational and guidance materials in several international languages, as well as religious awareness services through video communication and messages displayed on digital screens inside the mosque. The ministry also provided electronic access to a guidebook on Hajj and Umrah rituals through NFC technology. Additional services included a 24-hour multilingual toll-free number (8002451000) for

Madinah, May 12, 2026, SPA — An integrated system of services for older people and persons with disabilities is being provided at the Prophet’s Mosque and its surrounding facilities during the current Hajj season, to facilitate their movement and enable them to perform their worship and visits with ease and tranquility, as part of efforts to enhance the quality of services provided to visitors to the Prophet’s Mosque. The services include facilitating access and movement within the Prophet’s Mosque by providing electric and manual wheelchairs and carts at designated locations, as well as equipping pathways, entrances, and el

Makkah, April 21, 2026, SPA — The General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque has provided an advanced digital service that allows visitors to the Grand Mosque to instantly view the crowd density status in the Mataf and Masaa areas, as part of its ongoing efforts to enhance the experience of pilgrims and facilitate the performance of Umrah rituals with ease and tranquility. The authority noted that the service enables users to monitor density levels through simplified color indicators, allowing them to choose the most suitable times and routes to perform Tawaf and Sai, contributing to c

Makkah, April 18, 2026, SPA — The General Authority for the Care of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque announced the completion of routine maintenance of the holy Kaaba and Hijr Ismail, in line with the highest engineering and technical standards.It said the project was carried out under a precise operational plan that ensured smooth pilgrim flow without affecting rituals. The works took about 4,700 man-hours and included 31 main packages and 305 activities, covering maintenance of the Kaaba’s interior, roof, and surroundings, as well as detailed inspections and tests. The scope of work also included the replacement of

Makkah, March 18, 2026, SPA — The Grand Mosque witnessed large crowds of worshippers on the 29th night of Ramadan, as visitors from across the Kingdom and around the world gathered to perform Tahajjud prayers on the night marking the completion of Quran recitation during the blessed month. The sacred space was filled with a deeply spiritual atmosphere of faith, humility, and devotion. The mosque’s corridors and courtyards were filled with worshippers who had arrived hours earlier, seeking the reward and blessings of this special night. Beautiful recitations of the Quran echoed throughout the mosque as worshippers stood in long ro

Makkah, March 12, 2026, SPA — The General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque has launched a smart guidance initiative, installing 15 interactive signs throughout the Grand Mosque’s courtyards to assist visitors in navigation. These signs use a color-coded system for route identification and feature QR codes that link directly to an interactive digital map, allowing Umrah performers to pinpoint their location and navigate efficiently between facilities on their smartphones. By leveraging these modern technologies, the authority aims to streamline crowd movement, reduce travel time,