Makkah is hosting 250 male and female pilgrims from 23 European and Asian countries as part of the second group of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Program for Umrah and visitation.
According to SPA, the program is implemented by the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance. Participants expressed appreciation for the services provided from the moment they entered Saudi Arabia, including transportation, accommodation, and religious and executive guidance.
Salima Paul from Britain described the presence of Muslims from various nationalities and cultures at the Grand Mosque as a manifestation of Islamic equality, brotherhood, and unity. Clayton Mali from Albania described visiting the Kaaba for the first time as a spiritual experience, while Ibrahimoglu from North Macedonia spoke of peace and happiness during Umrah rituals. Altay Krimov from Bulgaria praised the level of reception and services.
The guests thanked Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Crown Prince and Prime Minister Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud for their hosting and attention. They also thanked the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance and Sheikh Abdul Latif bin Abdulaziz Al-Sheikh for organizing the cultural and scientific programs and facilitating the rituals.
Who is organizing the second group of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Program? The program is implemented by the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance. This specific group consists of 250 male and female pilgrims arriving from 23 different countries across Asia and Europe to perform Umrah and visitation.
What specific services did the pilgrims praise during their visit? Altay Krimov from Bulgaria and other guests praised the comprehensive services provided upon their entry into Saudi Arabia. These services included the reception, transportation, accommodation, and the religious and executive guidance provided to the group.
Which individuals shared their experiences during the program? Salima Paul from Britain noted the unity and equality of Muslims at the Grand Mosque, while Clayton Mali from Albania highlighted the spirituality of seeing the Kaaba. Additionally, Ibrahimoglu from North Macedonia mentioned feeling peace and happiness during the rituals.