Known as the “Hill of Illumination” or “Mountain of Light”, Jabal Al-Nour Mountain is famous for the Cave of Hira. This was the place where …
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Kiswa Of Kaaba – The Holy Cloth That Adorns The House Of Allah
Kiswa of Kaaba refers to the ornately embroidered piece of cloth that is used for covering the Kaaba, the centre of Masjid-al-Haram in Makkah, Saudi …
Inside The Holy Kaaba – The House Of Allah
At the centre of Al-Haram mosque in Makkah, stands the most sacred building called the Kaaba. It is of great importance in Islamic culture. People …
Umrah Without Mahram : Rules, Visa Regulations, And Guidelines For Women
In Islam, a mahram is one with whom marriage is haram or not permissible. With him, the woman is not obliged to cover her head …
The Importance Of Talbiyah In Umrah And Hajj
There is immense importance of Talbiyah in Umrah as well as Hajj. The blessed journeys take the devotee to the holy land of Saudi Arabia …
Ihram For Women During Umrah: Attire, Rituals And Restrictions
While planning Umrah, one must understand its cultural values and virtues. In the Islamic culture, Ihram is one of the most important and initial stages …
Story Of Hajr-e-Aswad Or The Black Stone In Kaaba, Makkah
Situated in the eastern corner of the house of God, Kaaba – the Black Stone is known as Hajar al-Awad in Arabic. It is the …
Ramadan In Makkah: Places To Visit And Things To Do
Ramadan in Makkah is a grand celebration of devotion and surrender to Allah. Also known as Ramzan, Ramadan is a time of self-improvement, worship and …
History Of Zamzam Water, Its Importance And Benefits
Zamzam water is believed to be blessed holy water in Muslims. The source of this water is the Zamzam well is situated within Masjid-al-Haram in …
12 Holy Places To Visit During Umrah Pilgrimage
Umrah, an act of devotion and worship, holds a lot of significance among the Muslim community across the globe. Every year, millions of Muslim pilgrims …