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Last updated: 6 May 2026, 6:38 PM (Saudi time)
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.
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.
Photos: One million Muslims start Hajj pilgrimage in Mecca Al Jazeera
Muslim pilgrims flock to Makkah for first post-pandemic Hajj Middle East Monitor
Hajj 2022: dates, packages, Covid rules and all you need to know The National
Hajj 2021: How the pilgrim routes to Makkah and Madinah evolved over the centuries Arab News
Hajj 2021: How the pilgrim routes to Makkah and Madinah evolved over the centuries Arab News
In Pictures: Hajj in Mecca during the COVID pandemic Al Jazeera