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Renovation projects underway in Makkah

Reconstruction and renovation projects are underway in six Islamic historical sites and museums in Makkah.

Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah prepares for Ramadan amid pandemic

The General Presidency for the Affairs of the Prophet’s Mosque is intensifying efforts to prepare the mosque ahead of the holy month of Ramadan in line with COVID-19 precautionary measures.

Historic Hima Well reveals the journeys of Arabia’s ancient caravans

Hima Well, one of the most ancient and significant stops along the ancient trade routes of Arabia, untouched and unaltered, continues to fascinate researchers and archaeologists.

SR10,000 fine for bid to perform Umrah without permit

The Ministry of Interior warned on Thursday that hefty fines will be slapped on those who enter Makkah to perform Umrah or prayer at the Grand Mosque without a valid permit during the month of Ramadan.

Makkah emir chairs Central Hajj Committee’s meeting

Prince Khaled Al-Faisal, the emir of Makkah, an adviser to Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman and the chairman of the Central Hajj Committee (CHC), chaired on Wednesday the committee meeting, which included a review of the authorities’ plans during the holy month of Ramadan.