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Last updated: 9 May 2026, 1:17 PM (Saudi time)
Saudi Arabia has expanded shading and cooling at Mount Arafat to five times its previous size for Hajj 2026, covering 272,000 square metres with canopies, misting fans, and cooling units after the 2024 heat crisis.
A complete step-by-step guide to the stoning of the Jamarat during Hajj 2026, covering the schedule, technique, crowd management, the multi-billion riyal Jamarat Bridge, and safety rules.
A practical guide to arranging the obligatory Hajj sacrifice (hady) for 2026, covering who must sacrifice, the three arrangement options, animal requirements, and what happens to the meat.
A practical and spiritual guide to the night at Muzdalifah during Hajj - covering what to expect, what to do on arrival, who can leave early, survival tips, and the deeper meaning of sleeping under the open sky.
The 10 most common mistakes first-time Hajj pilgrims make, from leaving Arafah early to Ihram violations and excessive photography, with practical prevention tips for each.
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.
Why this year’s Hajj was so deadly Vox
More than 1,300 People Died During 2024 Hajj; Authorities Cite Intense Heat and Unauthorized Pilgrims as Factors ASIS
Pilgrim Deaths in Mecca Put Spotlight on Underbelly of Hajj Industry (Published 2024) The New York Times
Extreme heat kills 1,301 pilgrims during the Hajj in Mecca grist.org
Hajj Deaths: Tragedies In Mecca are Far From Rare Statista
More than 1,300 pilgrims died during the Hajj in Saudi Arabia this year, officials say PBS