1,700 artefacts found at Al Juhfah, a historic Hajj miqat
Saudi Arabia's Heritage Commission has uncovered more than 1,700 artefacts at Miqat Al Juhfah, a historic Hajj station and miqat, offering new insight into early Islamic pilgrimage routes.
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Pakistan Hajj registrations pass 340,000 under new four-year plan
Over 340,000 Pakistanis have registered online to perform Hajj between 2027 and 2030 under the country's first multi-year pilgrimage framework, with most applicants choosing the government scheme.
Health and vaccine requirements every Umrah pilgrim must meet in 2026
Umrah pilgrims in 2026 must meet Saudi vaccination requirements, led by the mandatory meningococcal ACWY vaccine, with polio and yellow fever shots required for travellers from certain countries. Health advisers urge starting preparations six to eight weeks before travel.
Saudi ministry launches multilingual Umrah and Visit Guide in 16 languages
The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has released a digital Umrah and Visit Guide in sixteen languages on haj.gov.sa, offering step-by-step instructions, interactive maps and links to official services for pilgrims.
Saudi Arabia sets new pilgrim safety rules for 1448 Umrah season
Saudi Arabia has rolled out new safety regulations for the 1448 AH Umrah season, including color-coded digital crowd boards, marked pedestrian paths, prohibited-conduct rules, and designated prayer areas for elderly pilgrims.
Umrah arrivals climb 22.5% to 931,500 as 1448 season opens strong
Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Hajj and Umrah says 931,500 pilgrims arrived on Umrah visas at the start of the 1448 season, a 22.5 percent rise, with Pakistan, Indonesia and Iraq leading source countries.
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Is It Safe to Perform Umrah Now? - Wego Travel Blog
Is It Safe to Perform Umrah Now? Wego Travel Blog
Saudi-Houthi Conflict, Kemenhaj Urged to Prepare Mitigation Measures for Umrah Pilgrims - Kompas.com
Saudi-Houthi Conflict, Kemenhaj Urged to Prepare Mitigation Measures for Umrah Pilgrims Kompas.com
Singapore urges umrah pilgrims to postpone Saudi Arabia travel amid attacks - The Online Citizen
Singapore urges umrah pilgrims to postpone Saudi Arabia travel amid attacks The Online Citizen
Riyadh attack: Activities in Makkah, Madinah proceed as usual - The Malaysian Reserve
Riyadh attack: Activities in Makkah, Madinah proceed as usual The Malaysian Reserve
From the Jersey Shore to Makkah: An Off-Season Guide to Planning Umrah and Hajj - OCNJ Daily
From the Jersey Shore to Makkah: An Off-Season Guide to Planning Umrah and Hajj OCNJ Daily
Umrah by Bus from the GCC: Road Routes to Makkah in 2026 - Wego Travel Blog
Umrah by Bus from the GCC: Road Routes to Makkah in 2026 Wego Travel Blog