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Saudi Arabia to distribute 8 million copies of the Holy Qur’an to Hajj pilgrims

The Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance has started preparations for its Hajj season book distribution program. The ministry will provide pilgrims with books concerning the rituals upon entry to the Kingdom, as well as the Holy

Saudi youths construct historic market for Souq Okaz

A group of Saudi youths has helped to build a giant market for the latest session of Souq Okaz, one of the most famous historical attractions of its kind in the Arabian Peninsula. A total of 67 young men and women took part in the construction of

Jeddah Season displays city’s rich heritage

Jeddah’s Al-Balad district has been hosting Jeddah Season since the start of June, enchanting visitors with its journey into the rich heritage, art and culture of the city. The season continues to entertain visitors with exceptional

First group of Sri Lankan Muslims begin Hajj journey

Nearly 180 Sri Lankan Hajj pilgrims left for Saudi Arabia on Monday night, but not before thanking the Kingdom for the comprehensive facilities

Umrah pilgrims now free to move around Saudi Arabia

Millions of Umrah pilgrims are to be granted the freedom to visit anywhere in the Kingdom during their stay, the Saudi Cabinet decided on

Saudi stores now to stay open 24/7

The Council of Ministers, presided over by the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman at Al-Salam Palace here on Tuesday, has decided to allow

Historic Jeddah Season celebrations wind up this week

The first edition of Historic Jeddah Season will conclude this week and organizers are urging residents and visitors to make the most of the fun-filled activities while they can. Al-Balad district, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, has served as a

Saudi Ports Authority launches plan for Hajj pilgrims arriving by sea

The Saudi Ports Authority has prepared a comprehensive operational plan to receive pilgrims arriving by sea through the Jeddah Islamic Port during this year’s Hajj season. The authority, in cooperation with different government sectors and

Saudi Arabia hailed for unifying Muslim world in maintaining security, stability of Arab region

A leading African politician has hailed Saudi Arabia for its vital unifying role in the Muslim world toward maintaining the security and stability of the Arab region. Showkutally Soodhun, president of Mauritius’ ruling MSM (Militant

Saudi health ministry says pilgrims’ health situation ‘reassuring’

There are no cases of epidemics or diseases that would require quarantine conditions among pilgrims, the Saudi Ministry of Health said in a statement. The ministry statement added that it was reassured by the general good health of pilgrims, but