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Saudi Arabia issues new guidelines for Umrah pilgrims as Covid-19 cases surge

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on Monday announced new terms and conditions for visitors and Umrah pilgrims in the wake of surging coronavirus cases.

Saudi authorities announce Ramadan procedures at Makkah’s Grand Mosque

Authorities said on Tuesday that 150,000 people would be allowed to perform Umrah or prayers daily at Makkah’s Grand Mosque during Ramadan, which starts next week.

Saudi Arabia tops world in projected hotel supply growth

Saudi Arabia’s hospitality sector is the fastest growing among the 50 most populated countries in the world, reporting 73,057 rooms across the three phases of the hotel pipeline, and projecting a 67.1% increase in room supply over the next three years.

Holy Kaaba undergoes routine maintenance work before Ramadan

Saudi Arabia expands capacity, allows Umrah for vaccinated pilgrims in Ramadan

JEDDAH: Only pilgrims and worshippers who have been vaccinated against COVID-19 or have recovered from coronavirus will be allowed into the Grand Mosque in Makkah, Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah said on Monday. Umrah permits and visit permits for the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah will increase operational capacity during the month of Ramadan,