Astronomers said the celestial phenomenon called “zero shadow” occurs twice every year at the Grand Mosque because of its location between the Equator and the Tropic of Cancer.
RIYADH: The work on demolition of mataf (makeshift bridge facilitating circumambulation of Holy Kaaba) is likely to be completed by May 27, said the authorities.
Millions of Muslims travel to Mecca for the Hajj every year. Muslims travel to Islam’s most sacred mosque, al-Masjid al-Haram, during the six-day pilgrimage.
MOUNT ARAFAT: Saudi Arabia’s top religious figure on Wednesday said Muslims are bound to foil every conspiracy, open or hidden, against the enemies of Islam, ARY News reported.