500 years ago. The dromedary, also known as the one-humped or Arabian camel has a single hump, while the Bactrian camel has two humps. They are native to the dry desert and upland areas of western Asia and Central Asia, respectively. Today there are an estimated 14 million dromedaries in...
Muslim pilgrims circle the Kaaba, the cubic building at the Grand Mosque in the Muslim holy city of Mecca, while performing Tawaf, an anti-clockwise movement around the Kaaba and one of the main rites of the Hajj, in Saudi Arabia, Sept. 21. In Mecca, the holy site all the world's Mu...
Ajyad is a haven for pilgrims and tourists alike, with its close proximity to the Grand Mosque making it a prime location for those embarking on the spiritual journey of Hajj or Umrah. Ajyad is not only known for its religious significance but also for its rich cultural heritage. The ...
The most significant Muslim holidays are Ramadan, the month of fasting; and Hajj, the month for making a pilgrimage to Mecca. The...