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All aboard: The bus project that transformed Hajj transport in Makkah

MAKKAH: Shuttle buses to the holy sites in Makkah were introduced 23 years ago to help Hajj pilgrims get around, increase capacity and reduce traffic. The project is one of the pioneering ideas developed and launched by the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Institute of Hajj and Umrah Research over the years.

Shaza Hotels unveils new property in Makkah

Luxury hotel brand Shaza Hotels has opened a new 251-key property in Saudi Arabia's holy city, Makkah, said a report. Offering views of the Grand Mosque, the hotel is located within the precincts of Al Masjid Al Haram and the new Jabal Ka’aba district.

Death toll among Egyptian pilgrims climbs to 55 as hajj season concludes

Death toll among Egyptian pilgrims climbs to 55 as hajj season concludes - Ministry

Another Nigerian pilgrim dies in Saudi Arabia – Punch Newspapers

The Nigerian pilgrimage mission in Saudi Arabia on Wednesday recorded double tragedy following the death of two pilgrims.
A pilgrim from Niger had...

Makkah emir sets up panel to coordinate project implementation in region

Prince Khaled Al-Faisal, emir of Makkah and advisor to Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, issued directives to constitute a coordination committee to facilitate implementation of development projects in the province and remove bottlenecks in this regard.