Over 1.6 mn perform Hajj this year
The number of pilgrims from within the Kingdom reached 166,654, both Saudi citizens and residents. In a statement, the authority said that the number of male pilgrims out of the total number of pilgrims from within and outside the Kingdom reached 877,841, while female pilgrims from within and outside the Kingdom reached 795,389. (Agencies) page 5
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