THINGS TO DO IN MAKKAH
Makkah is the holiest place on earth and in Islamic culture. Makkah is the heart of Islam. Makkah is not just a city; it’s a hope and a place where Umrah is performed. If you plan to visit Makkah and want to know what you should do there, read this article till the end.
Umrah is the primary act that Muslims perform in Makkah after booking the Umrah Package. Apart from performing Umrah, there are many activities and things that you can do there. So, in this article, we will see the top things you can do in Makkah.
Here are the things every Muslim should do in Makkah:
Performing Hajj or Umrah:
Hajj is Islam’s pillar, performed yearly with fixed dates. Umrah is referred to as a lesser pilgrimage than hajj. Both have the same journey to Makkah, which involves wearing Ihram. Circumambulation between the Holy Kaaba, walking between the Safa and Marwah, and shaving/cutting the hair, both pilgrimages have rituals, but the hajj has some additional steps. This is the main activity/thing that you can do in Makkah.
Walking between Safa and Marwah:
The Safa and Marwah are famous hills located inside the Masjid al-Haram. Walking between Safa and Marwah is the ritual of Umrah and Hajj. This act was included in the pilgrimages in honour of Hajirah (A.S), the wife of Prophet Ibrahim (A.S). Pilgrims must perform this ritual to complete their pilgrimage.
Makkah Clock Royal Tower:
This luxury hotel is located 100 meters away from Holy Kaaba. It is a 76-floor hotel with a gym, steam room, and 24-hour service. This luxury hotel, Fairmont, boasts 9 state-of-the-art dining venues. This clock tower contains the museum and shopping mall, which you can visit. When you visit Makkah, don’t forget to see this.
Visit the Makkah Museum:
This museum is located in the Al-Zahir district of Makkah, 10-15 minutes from the Grand Mosque. The museum shows the relics of ancient times and the Islamic history of Makkah from different eras. The relic galleries are filled with historical artefacts. There is also a café shop in the museum. You can visit and enjoy there.
Mountain Arafat (Jabal al-Rahmah):
This mount is just 20 km southeast of Makkah, also known as Jabal al-Rahmah. The most common meaning Muslims consider this is the “Mountain of Mercy.” Hajj pilgrims must visit there as they have to perform a specific ritual. When you go to Umrah, you can also see a Ziyarat point.
Go shopping in Makkah:
Shopping is one activity that pilgrims can do in Makkah. This holy city offers traditional, modern, and Islamic items that you can buy. You can shop for many gifts for your loved ones. Try to explore Makkah’s history and the places for the whole experience.
CONCLUSION
In conclusion, visiting Makkah can be the wish of every Muslim, and it must be because of its significance. When you get the chance to visit Makkah, take it as an opportunity from Allah (SWT). Although you can see this holy city any time of the year, doing this act in Ramadan would be a great option. But please ensure you have booked the Ramadan Umrah Packages properly from a trusted travel company/agency.
