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Last updated: 6 May 2026, 6:38 PM (Saudi time)
A practical guide to life inside Mina's 100,000-tent city during Hajj 2026, covering accommodation, daily routine, the stoning schedule, survival tips, and making the most of the spiritual opportunity.
Nearly 37,000 Pakistani pilgrims have reached Saudi Arabia as direct Jeddah flights begin May 4. A global overview of arrivals from Indonesia, India, Iraq, Sudan, and Nigeria ahead of the expected May 25-30 Hajj dates.
A comprehensive guide to the Day of Arafah during Hajj 2026 - the most important day of the pilgrimage. Covers timing, duas, spiritual significance, and practical tips to maximise worship.
A practical emergency guide for pilgrims separated from their group during Hajj 2026, covering immediate steps, prevention, available help resources, and what to do if you lose your passport.
A practical packing guide for first-time Hajj 2026 pilgrims covering the essential items veterans swear by - from UV umbrellas and power banks to blister prevention and the triple-copy document rule.
Over 5.7 million Indonesians face a 26-year wait for Hajj despite holding the world's largest quota of 221,000 places. Indonesia has reduced 2026 costs by $120 per pilgrim while exploring queue reform.
Saudi considers limiting hajj pilgrims amid coronavirus fears Middle East Monitor
This Pandemic Isn’t the First Time the Hajj Has Been Disrupted for Muslims Smithsonian Magazine
These Are the Strangest Journeys to Makkah for Hajj About Islam
How Hajj volunteers help pilgrims realize their lifelong dream Arab News