Pilgrims from 100 Nations Welcomed in Makkah Under Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques' Hajj Program
The Saudi Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance announced on Tuesday the completion of the arrival of pilgrims under the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Guests Program for Hajj, Umrah, and Visitation at their accommodation sites in Makkah, where they are receiving comprehensive services provided by the ministry.
Upon arrival, 2,443 pilgrims from 100 countries performed Umrah smoothly and with ease, grateful to be chosen this year to perform the fifth pillar of Islam, visit the Two Holy Mosques, and explore historical and archaeological sites, museums, and exhibitions designed to enrich their spiritual experience.
The pilgrims expressed gratitude to Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, for hosting them to perform the Hajj.
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