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The month of Ramadhan is fast approaching, and some of you may be wondering where to spend the blessed month. This is a month of extreme spirituality and transformation, which is why it is ideal to spend it in a destination that comes to life with night prayers, festivities and a divine environment. To make […]
“The paths to guidance are diverse, as a mercy and kindness from God to His servants, due to the variation in their intellectual, mental, and spiritual insights.” Ibn al-Qayyim The beauty of Islam is that it welcomes and embraces truth seekers through numerous avenues. Individuals such as Abu Bakr al-Siddiq RA were fast to accept […]
The Hajj Expo 2023 is well underway and agreements are already being made about the changes that will be made this year for pilgrims. With key authorities, entrepreneurs and decision-makers collaborating on the future of Hajj and Umrah, one such agreement was centred around the limit on pilgrim numbers. After facing restrictions for three years […]
Starting today, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia will be hosting the Hajj Expo 2023. Taking place over the next four days, the conference and exhibition will explore opportunities to improve the experiences pilgrims have when visiting the Two Holy Mosques for Hajj and Umrah. Authorities from diverse backgrounds, such as innovators, researchers, decision-makers and […]
In commemorating world figures for Black History Month, we start with a legend who is renowned among Muslims as well as non-Muslims. For Muslims, the story of Bilal Ibn Rabbah – also known as the first Muezzin in Islam – has been memorised and taught by all. Here’s a story of a man who started as a black Arab slave and gradually transformed into one […]
Tourism in Saudi Arabia may not have been a thing in the past, but things are changing rapidly as the country aims to welcome a stream of tourists over the coming years. With entire archaeological cities, many UNESCO World Heritage sites and a culture unlike any you’ve seen before, Saudi Arabia is well equipped to […]
