Hajj is a pillar of Islam
Muslims perform Hajj to the Sacred House of Allah in obedience to His command, seeking His forgiveness and pleasure, and aspiring to fulfill the fifth pillar of Islam. Allah has designated it as a season for shedding sins and drawing closer to Him through obedience and submission. They stand at Arafat, circumambulate the Ancient House (the Kaaba), and pace between Safa and Marwa, answering the call of Ibrahim (peace be upon him) and responding to the invitation of Truth. Allah has exalted the status of Hajj, saying: "And [due] to Allah from the people is a pilgrimage to the House - for whoever is able to find thereto a way." Moreover, He has placed within it countless rewards, as the Prophet (peace be upon him) said: "Whoever performs Hajj and does not utter any obscenity or commit any sin, will return [as sinless] as the day his mother gave birth to him."
Information About Hajj
It leads to Paradise
In a noble hadith, the Prophet (peace be upon him) said: An accepted Hajj will receive no less a reward than Paradise. An accepted pilgrimage means that its expense is from lawfully earned money, that the pilgrim goes to the Sacred House of Allah repenting, shunning immorality, sin, and argument, and that he/she fulfills the pillars and obligatory acts of Hajj.
It expiates sins
In a noble hadith, the Prophet (peace be upon him) said: Whoever performs Hajj and does not have sexual relations (with his wife), sins, or disputes unjustly (during Hajj), he shall return from Hajj as pure and free from sins as on the day on which his mother gave birth to him.
It is a reason for getting rich
In a noble hadith, the Prophet (peace be upon him) said: Make the Hajj and the Umrah follow one another closely, for they remove poverty and sins as a blacksmith’s bellows remove impurities from iron, gold, and silver.
It is a reason for security and Allah’s protection
In a noble hadith, the Prophet (peace be upon him) said: The safety of three kinds of people is guaranteed by Allah. One of them is: A man who made a journey for Hajj.
Welcome to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Here is the cradle of civilizations, and the birthplace of Islam. Here the Prophet (peace be upon him) and his honorable companions walked. Your coming to this land to perform the rituals of Hajj and to answer the call of Abraham (peace be upon him) is a means for self-purification and drawing close to Allah.
Read MoreLuggage at the airport
There are several international airports in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. All of these airports provide you with free trolleys to carry your luggage upon arrival. There are also dedicated staff available to load and unload your bags, push your trolleys, and escort them outside the airport.
Read MoreVarious transportation options
Your journey to Makkah and the Holy Sites deserves to be smooth and easy! Since transportation is the most critical aspect of your trip, the government of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has provided all its visitors, across various entry points and cities, with many suitable options for transit.
Read MorePillars of Hajj
Ihram
Upon entering the state of Ihram, the intention to perform the ritual begins in the heart. It may be articulated on the tongue, saying: Labbayk Allahumma Hajjan (O Allah, Here I am intending to perform Hajj).
Standing at Arafah
The Prophet (peace be upon him) said: There is no day when Allah sets free more servants from Hell than the Day of Arafah. He draws near, then praises them to the angels, saying: What do those want?
Tawaf Al-Ifadhah
Allah, the Almighty, said: Then let them end their untidiness and fulfill their vows and perform Tawaf around the ancient House.
Saa'i
Allah, the Almighty, said: Indeed, as-Safa and al-Marwah are among the symbols of Allah. So whoever makes Hajj to the House or performs umrah - there is no blame upon him for walking between them.
