The recent update from the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah regarding the Umrah visa represents a significant shift in the management of religious tourism and the facilitation of pilgrims who wish to perform the Umrah pilgrimage. This change, which extends the validity of Umrah visas to three months from the date of issuance, is …
Can Tawaf and Sa`i Be Interrupted or Break Allowed?
In the Islamic tradition, Tawaf and Sa’i are revered practices performed during the Hajj and Umrah pilgrimages in Mecca. Tawaf entails the act of circumambulating the Kaaba, Islam’s most sacred site, while Sa’i involves traversing the distance between the hills of Safa and Marwa. These rituals are deeply embedded in the faith of Muslims and …