4000 worshippers from 120 countries perform Itikaf at Masjid-e-Nabawi

4000 worshippers from 120 Thousands of worshippers have gathered at the Prophet’s Mosque in Medina for Itikaf in the last decade of the holy month of Ramadan. The Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported that about 4,000 worshippers from 120 countries are participating in Itikaf this time. The western part of the roof of the mosque has been designated for male worshippers and the northeastern part for female worshippers. Men can enter the designated areas through stairs number 6 and 10 and women through doors number 24 and 25. For the…

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Masjid-e-Nabawi: Tearful feelings of a German blogger

Masjid-e-Nabawi: Tearful Popular German travel blogger Ken Abrod was overcome with emotion during his recent visit to the Prophet’s Mosque in Medina, Saudi Arabia. He was overwhelmed by the spiritual atmosphere of the mosque and its deep significance in Islam. In his latest blog, titled ‘Inside Medina, Saudi Arabia, the second holiest city in Islam’, Ken shared his feelings with viewers while touring the holy site. Sitting next to the main entrance of the Prophet’s Mosque, Ken said, “I can’t hold back my tears. I can really feel the power…

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Saudi Arabia announces new announcement for Umrah pilgrims

Desk Report:Saudi Arabia has taken steps to make Umrah easier for millions of devout Muslims around the world. Authorities in the holy city of Mecca have announced free luggage storage for Umrah pilgrims. On Wednesday, the Grand Mosque and Masjid-e-Nabawi authorities said that free luggage storage has been arranged on the east side of the Grand Mosque near the Makkah Library and on the west side near Gate 64. Umrah pilgrims can store bags weighing up to 7 kg (not separate items). Bags can be stored in the storage room…

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