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Last updated: 5 May 2026, 2:24 AM (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 Arabia’s Saudia Kicks Off Hajj 2026: Revolutionary Flight Operations and Special Services to Enhance Pilgrims’ Experience Travel And Tour World
Kyrgyz pilgrims to begin Hajj flights on May 11, rules, restrictions announced 24.KG
Hajj 2026 begins: 431 Kashmiri pilgrims leave for Saudi Arabia; 4,706 to embark this year MSN
Nusuk card for Hajj 2026: Everything pilgrims need to know daily-sun.com
Nusuk card for Hajj 2026: Everything pilgrims need to know daily-sun.com
Saudi Arabia begins issuing 2026 Hajj visas, months ahead of arrivals MSN