Saudi Gazette, 22nd July, 2011
General News
Tired officials, language barrier, impatience ‘land’ Umrah pilgrims in chaos
JEDDAH: As Ramadan is around the corner, Umrah pilgrims in large numbers are arriving in the Kingdom. Although local authorities strive to ease their holy mission, many of the pilgrims face issues like poor hotel accommodation, language barriers, sickness — to name a few. However, an issue that almost all
King Abdul Aziz Library, the British Museum and the Hajj Exhibition
With the presence of Prince Mohammed bin Nawaf bin Abdulaziz, the Saudi ambassador to the United Kingdom, King Abdulaziz Library and British Museum today signed a Memorandum of Understanding to mark the disclosure of the details of Hajj exhibition titled ‘the trip to the heart of Islamic world’. the General
Delaying Hajj could be your downfall
Stop Making Excuses by Shaikh (Dr) Haitham Al-Haddad ‘Umar bin Al-Khattab (may Allah be pleased with him) once remarked: “I was about to send envoys to the towns (on the outskirts of the Muslim empire) to check on all those who have the means to make Hajj but do not
Pilgrims flock to Makkah and Madinah ahead of Ramadan
The flow of Umrah pilgrims to the holy cities of Makkah and Madinah has gained momentum By Abdul Nabi Shaheen, Correspondent Published: 17:20 July 13, 2011 Riyadh: With the Holy Month of Ramadan is around the corner, the flow of Umrah pilgrims to the holy cities of Makkah and Madinah
Beggars adopt newer methods to swindle the unsuspecting
JEDDAH: As Ramadan approaches, beggars are coming up with new ways to ask for money. The usual scene of a woman carrying a crying baby in her hands begging for money is not effective anymore, as many people ignore them. The same goes for those who show their disability or
Jeddah airport eyes 80m passenger capacity by 2035
JEDDAH — King Abdulaziz International Airport here is forecast to see a four-fold surge in annual passenger capacity to 80 million by 2035 and has put in place an expansion plan to cater to the increased demand, a top executive at the airport said. KAIA Director Muhammad Abed told Aviation
Tower Hamlets council warns against bogus travel operators ahead of Muslim pilgrimage
Tower Hamlets council is urging residents to make sure they choose a reputable tour operator if they are embarking on an annual Muslim pilgrimage. recent years issues have arisen as bogus tour operators have falsely sold pilgrimages, leaving many people out of pocket and bitterly disappointed. Tower Hamlets Council has
British Museum remains UK's top attraction for fourth year running & Hajj Exhibition 2012
The next major exhibition in the Reading Room, opening in January, will be devoted to the hajj pilgrimage to Mecca, with scores of objects never seen in the west before. It may also be one of the last exhibitions in the spectacular but temporary display space created in the room.
Ceremonial washing of the Holy Kaaba
Makkah, Saudi Arabia Prince Khaled Al-Faisal comes down the steps of the Holy Kaaba after the ceremonial washing of its interior on behalf of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Abdullah on Saturday, the first day of the Hijri month of Shaaban. The Holy Kaaba is washed twice