Hajj explained: A journey through the key rites of the Muslim pilgrimage
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Around two million Muslims are about to fulfil a once-in-a-lifetime religious duty this week as they take part in the annual Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca. Al Jazeera’s Alma Milisic breaks down the key stages of this sacred Islamic journey.
Muslim pilgrims gather at Mount Arafat for the most sacred day of the Hajj pilgrimage
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More than a million Muslims from around the world are in Mecca for the annual Hajj.
Pilgrims have begun walking to Mount Arafat for prayer and reflection, on what’s considered the most important day of Hajj.
Mount Arafat is where Muslims believe the Prophet Muhammad gave his last sermon.
Temperatures on Thursday are expected to soar past 40 degrees Celsius, and Saudi authorities have advised pilgrims to remain indoors from 10am to 4pm.
It is believed that Prophet Muhammad delivered his final speech, known as the Farewell Sermon, at the sacred mount 1,436 years ago. In the sermon, the prophet called for equality and unity among Muslims.
Al Jazeera’s Mohammed Vall reports from Mount Arafat in Saudi Arabia.
Six British Muslims sail to Saudi Arabia for Hajj in 59-day sea journey
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Six British Muslims embarked on a spiritual and physical journey like no other — sailing from the United Kingdom to Saudi Arabia over 59 days to reach the holy city of Mecca for Hajj. Traveling across open waters, they faced rough seas and unpredictable weather, driven by a deep sense of faith and purpose. Their arrival in time for the annual pilgrimage was met with both relief and gratitude.
The crew spoke to Al Jazeera from Mina.
Muslim pilgrims arrive in Mina for ‘Day of Tarwiyah’ as millions begin Hajj
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Millions of Muslims from around the world are in Saudi Arabia for the annual Hajj.
The pilgrimage is one of the five pillars of Islam.
People wear plain clothes to symbolise how all people stand equal before God.
Al Jazeera’s Mohamed Vall is in Saudi Arabia to cover the Hajj. He has more on day one of the pilgrimage from Mecca.
