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Saudi Gazette
25-05-2025
- General
- Saudi Gazette
'First House' exhibition at Grand Mosque highlights history of the Kaaba
Saudi Gazette report MAKKAH — The General Authority for the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque has launched the 'First House' exhibition during Hajj season 1446H. It will offer pilgrims and visitors a rare opportunity to explore the history of the Kaaba from the time of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham), peace be upon him, to the present day. The exhibition is located in the Third Saudi Expansion of the Grand Mosque, directly opposite Gate 100 (King Abdullah Gate), and is open daily from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. throughout the Hajj season. Through immersive displays and interactive technologies, the exhibition highlights key themes such as the construction of the Kaaba, the changes it has undergone across different eras, tools used in its maintenance and cleaning, the stages of manufacturing the Kiswa (cloth covering), and its architectural features. Visitors can explore visual presentations, motion graphics, historical artifacts, and digital touchscreens that provide detailed insights into the sacred structure's history and significance. The initiative is part of the Authority's broader efforts to enrich the cultural and spiritual journey of pilgrims and to deepen public understanding of the Grand Mosque's religious heritage.
Saudi Gazette
25-05-2025
- Saudi Gazette
Mataf area ready for Hajj 1446 with capacity of 107,000 pilgrims per hour
Saudi Gazette report MAKKAH — The General Authority for the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque has confirmed the full readiness of the Mataf area to receive pilgrims for Hajj 1446, as part of comprehensive organizational plans to ensure safety, comfort, and high-quality services for worshippers at the Grand Mosque. The authority announced that the tawaf capacity of the Mataf has reached 107,000 pilgrims per hour, spread across the ground level, first and mezzanine levels, and upper floors, including the rooftop. In total, the Mataf can accommodate up to 203,000 worshippers across all levels during peak hours. Officials said that the entire Mataf area has been made accessible exclusively for pilgrims performing tawaf. Dedicated entrances and main and side gates have been allocated to streamline access to the Mataf, with specific gates designated for services and emergency use to optimize safety and crowd move comes under the directives of Saudi leadership to ensure a smooth and spiritually fulfilling experience for the Guests of God, and to facilitate the performance of Hajj rituals with ease and tranquility.
CairoScene
29-04-2025
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- CairoScene
Friday Sermon at the Grand Mosque to Be Translated Into 11 Languages
The initiative aims to make Jumaa prayers accessible to speakers of different languages around the world. The General Authority for the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque has announced that the Friday sermon for the first Jumaa of Ramadan will be translated into 11 languages for the first time. Listeners will be able to follow the sermon in English, French, Urdu, Persian, Malay, Turkish, Chinese, Bengali, Hausa, Russian and Indonesian. This development underscores the Authority's commitment to leveraging modern technology to disseminate Islam's message of moderation and tolerance globally. By providing real-time translations, the initiative ensures that worshippers from diverse linguistic backgrounds can fully participate in the spiritual experience of the Friday sermons. These will be broadcast through the Manarat Al-Haramain platform, which also offers additional services such as religious lessons, digital lectures, live feeds from Al-Haramain Al-Sharifain, and coverage of significant events like the Day of Arafat. The platform further features video essays by esteemed Imams on various Islamic subjects.
Saudi Gazette
28-03-2025
- Saudi Gazette
Record 57,000 worshippers use electric cart service at Grand Mosque on 27th night of Ramadan
Saudi Gazette report MAKKAH — The General Authority for the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque announced a new record in mobility services during the 27th night of Ramadan 1446H, with 57,000 worshippers benefiting from electric golf cart transportation inside the Grand Mosque. This milestone reflects the continuous development of transportation services offered at the holy site, especially during peak seasons. During the first 15 days of Ramadan alone, over 522,000 worshippers utilized the various transportation services available at the Grand Mosque. These included more than 421,000 who used electric golf carts, over 86,000 who opted for upgraded paid carts, and around 15,000 who benefited from the free manual carts provided in designated areas. To meet the growing demand, the authority recently doubled the number of electric golf carts operating in the mosque to 400. These services are further supported by the "Unified Transportation" platform, which allows users to reserve carts in advance, choose between electric or manual options, and complete payments electronically. The transportation initiative has been particularly vital in supporting the elderly, people with disabilities, and worshippers who find it difficult to move through the mosque during crowded periods. The strategic deployment of carts throughout key access points — including Bab al-Salam, Al-Shabika Bridge, and Ajyad — has helped reduce congestion and streamline movement within the mosque's vast courtyards and prayer areas.
CairoScene
22-03-2025
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- CairoScene
Prophet's Mosque Welcomes 4,000 Worshippers for I'tikaf
Worshippers were offered a range of services, including access to a help desk, secure lockers, medical clinics, multilingual translation support and religious teaching. Over 4,000 worshippers from 120 countries gathered at the Prophet's Mosque in Medina to observe I'tikaf—a spiritual retreat of prayer and reflection during the last ten nights of Ramadan. To enhance their experience, the General Authority for the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque provided a range of essential services, including secure lockers, medical clinics, multilingual translation, and religious guidance. Worshippers also received full meal provisions for Iftar and Suhoor, access to mobile charging stations, and personal care kits.
