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The narrow desert valley of Mecca lies 277 meters above sea level in western Saudi Arabia. Many people book Cheap Umrah Packages 2023 to Saudi Arabia for the offering of Holy Pilgrimage. The holiest city on the planet for 1.23 billion Muslims or 23% of the total populace also accommodates millions of them as pilgrims every year. Though the tourism industry is heavily dependent on holy pilgrimages of Hajj and Umrah, yet there is a recent development in the recreational activities in the Kingdom, specifically Mecca. This city offers its guests all that they need, 5-star lodgings, and delicious cuisines from everywhere throughout the world including Indian, American, Middle Eastern, and Southeast Asian. In addition to the eateries, Mecca is also famous for its holy sites and tourist attractions. From exhibition halls to historic sites and shopping malls, Mecca gives its visitors an experience full of excitement. You can find a few must-see attractions in Mecca in this article.

 

 Masjid al-Haram & Kaaba

 Al-Masjid al-Ḥarām is the biggest mosque on the planet and the focus area of the worships of Hajj and Umrah. It was structured around Kaaba, which is an ancient monument that Muslims currently offer pilgrimage and offer prayer facing towards it anywhere on the earth. The mosque is presently huge enough to hold up to 4,000,000 individuals and is a fascinating memorial for many visitors in Mecca.

 

 Cave of Hira

 Visitors can enjoy an exciting spectacular view of the city of Mecca once they successfully climb up the steep mountain to reach the cave of Hira. This cave is of utmost significance for the Muslims because the Holy Prophet (Peace Be Upon Him) received His first very revelation in the same cave.

 

 Safa and Marwa Hills

 These are the small hills located in Mecca, which is now made a part of Masjid e Haram. Visiting this mount is one of the obligations in Hajj and Umrah. Muslims walk between the mounts 7 times to embrace the walking ritual called Saee. The hills are also associated with a series of events in Islamic history.

 

 Mount Arafat

 It is also referred to as Mount of Mercy, Mount Arafat is a slope situated east of Mecca. This is where Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.W) delivered His last sermon. What adds to the significance of this site is the belief of the Muslims that all of mankind would gather at this place on the day of resurrection.

 

 Abraj Al Bait 

 One of the most famous attractions in Mecca for tourists is this giant complex that houses a shopping center, a deluxe inn, and a prayer area. Even if you are not interested in cuisines there, yet you can enjoy watching the eye-catching building structure. Likewise, you can go to the roof-top to watch out for the things around. You can access this alluring complex close to the grand mosque. Millions of People visit this place through booking umrah package for december 2023.

 

 Mountain Jabal

 The Mountain Jabal is eminent for lodging a cavern known as Ghar Sawr, in which the Holy Prophet (P.B.U.H) took shelter from the opponents while migrating to Madinah to evade persecution. Visitors are encouraged to visit the mount and cave because of the religious sentiment associated with it.

 

The significance of Ihram and its Prohibitions During Hajj

 

The white clothing worn during the Zill Hajj month symbolises Hajj prayer. Without Ihram clothing, the Hajj cannot be considered a true act of devotion. According to the Sunnah, travellers must dress in Ihram when undertaking the Hajj or Umrah. Through Alhijaz go's Cheap Umrah Packages All inclusive from Bolton with Group with Hotel and Flight, millions of Muslims go to Makkah, Saudi Arabia each year to worship at the House of Allah the Almighty.

The Muslim Ummah of the Prophet (PBUH) is required to adhere to all the regulations and prohibitions linked with the Hajj rituals related to the Sacred Journey in order to undertake Hajj devotion. Both Muslim men and women must enter in their Ihram condition in order to do the Hajj or Umrah.

Ihram Dress

Muslim males wear two simple white sheets of fabric as ihram attire, covering most of their bodies but leaving some exposed.

In contrast, Muslim women must display their hands and faces when wearing ihram, which covers the whole body. Islam forbids wearing any facial coverings when doing the Hajj.

The Ihram garment is worn to instill humility in the wearer. Everyone will be wearing the same thing, and there will be no such thing as wealthy or poor.

Hajj exemplifies unity since it unites Muslims who have completed Umrah or Hajj. It is also a reminder of the covering we shall wear when we first enter this planet, not only in regard to how we should dress. 

Prohibitions of Ihram

• While women's pilgrims are permitted to wear their regular attire, men cannot wear sewn garments.

• Female pilgrims are not allowed to hide their faces, and male pilgrims are not allowed to cover their heads.

• Shaving or trimming one's nails and hair during Hajj.

• Women cannot wear cosmetics, and men cannot wear perfume.

Men are not permitted to wear socks or shoes during the Hajj.

• Hunting wildlife is also forbidden during the Hajj.

• Relationships and thoughts of a sexual nature are also prohibited

Holy Quran and Prohibitions of Ihram

Regarding the prohibitions of Ihram, Allah states in the Holy Quran, "And do not cut off your heads (hair) until the Hady (sacrificed animal) reaches the place of sacrifice." (Qur'an, verse 196)

• "Oh, you who believe! When you are in an Ihrams' state (for a Hajj or Umrah pilgrimage), do not kill the game. (Sacred Qur'an 5:95)

Therefore, remember these guidelines while you do Umrah and Hajj. To get a high reward, one must undertake Hajj with the Hajj Packages of AlhijazTravel UK and worship in accordance with the Sunnah.