Hajj & Umrah
The Hajj, sometimes spelt Haj, is the annual pilgrimage to Mecca that Muslims are expected to make at least once in their lifetime. The word Hajj is an Arabic word, meaning ‘to intend a journey’.
Both are Islamic pilgrimages, the main difference is their level of importance and the method of observance. Hajj is one of the five pillars of Islam. … Although they share common rites, Umrah can be performed in less than a few hours while Hajj is more time-consuming, and involves more rituals. If you are interested in booking a ticket for either pilgrimage , please click here.
Good to Know
The Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Corona Virus (MERS CoV) continues to pose risks in Saudi Arabia. The Saudi government recommends that the following travelers postpone undertaking pilgrimages:
Purpose of Umrah
The significance of Umrah is clarified in this Hadith. The major and most eminent purpose of Umrah is to clean one's soul from the sins committed in past.
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