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Last updated: 7 May 2026, 8:27 PM (Saudi time)
A complete guide to menstruation during Hajj 2026: what women can and cannot do, the Tawaf al-Ifadah vs Tawaf al-Wada' distinction, Sa'i rulings across the four madhabs, period delay medication, and practical tips.
A practical food and nutrition guide for Hajj 2026: what to eat in Makkah and Mina, snacks to pack, a nutrition strategy for the Hajj days, special dietary needs, and the Sunnah of moderate eating.
Saudi Arabia launches a "Hajj Without Luggage" service for 2026, collecting bags in advance and delivering them to pilgrim accommodation. Philippines, Malaysia, and other countries participate, with 330,000 bags expected.
A warning guide on Hajj 2026 scams: fake operators, phishing Nusuk websites, substandard packages, and visa fraud. Red flags to watch for, how to book safely through official channels, and what to do if scammed.
A complete step-by-step guide to performing Sa'i between Safa and Marwah at Hajj 2026: when to perform it, the green marker rules, duas, wudu requirements across the four madhabs, and practical tips.
A practical guide to the Hajj sacrifice (Hady) for 2026: who must sacrifice, acceptable animals, timing, how to arrange it through operators or Saudi sacrifice banks, the fasting alternative, and the distribution of meat.
How a Pilgrimage to Mecca Helped Me Embrace My Queer Muslim Identity them.us
Afriqah Imani: From Brookfield to Makkah and Madinah Wisconsin Muslim Journal
7 Million Pilgrims to Visit Makkah, Madinah in Ramadan About Islam
Umrah Road-Trip to Makkah & Madinah MuslimMatters.org
Reflections from Mecca (Makkah) and Madinah on my Umrah Trip MuslimMatters.org