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Makkah - Saudi Arabia
One of the oldest cities in the region and home to the most holy of all Muslim sites (Christian and Jewish too for some), Makkah receives over 3.5 million people alone during the Hajj season, and well over 15 million people throughout the year. This clearly keeps up with English definition for “Mecca” meaning: A place that attracts many visitors. The city is in the middle of a desert so summer temperatures can often soar into the fifties. Winter temperatures drop to 15 degree Celsius.

The city has, over the centuries, evolved to cater largely to pilgrims, with hotels dotting the entire city. The...Read More

Places To Visit

Hotels In Makkah

Situated exactly opposite the King Abdul Aziz gate, Ka'aba and Haram views offered from this hotel...
Located next to Mina, a 10 minute car ride brings you the Masjid-al-Haram. Coasters running shuttle...
Gleaming views of the Ka'aba and the Masjid-al-Haram over the King Abdul Aziz Gate, the Movenpick...
No frills hotel, located 150 meters north of the Marwa Hills and the Masjid-Al-Haram. Carries basic...
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Muslim Information

Masjid Information

In Muslim countries there is usually a Mosque at every street corner so we are not listing masjids here.

Halal Restaurants

In Muslim countries the food served in most restaurants is Halal so we are not listing halal restaurants here.

Prayer Timings

FajrSunrise ZuhrAsr MaghribIsha
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Festivals

Jinadriyah
Celebrating the Arabic culture. Two weeks of sports like . The fact that it is ...
  • Hajj
  • Eid-ul-Fitr
  • Eid-Milad-un-Nabi
  • Ramadan
  • Eid-ul-Adha
  • Unification of the Kingdom

    • Shopping

    ALDO
    This is a Chinese based ladies shoes, hand bags and accessories store.
  • ProMod
  • Al Diyafah Souk Mall
  • Levis Straus
  • Makkah Towers
  • Gazzaz
  • GAP
  • Al Muthaf

    • Transportation/Getting Around

    Bus
    The Saudi Arabia Public Transport ...    		 Private Cabs
    During the Hajj season, many car ...
    Driving Tips
    Women are not allowed to drive in ...    		 Taxi
    Taxi is the most common and ...
    Car for hire
    You can hire a private vehicle – ...    		 From the airport
    Makkah does not have an airport. ...

    Makkah - Saudi Arabia

    Makkah History
    The history of Makkah dates all the way to the time of Prophet Abraham, when he left the suckling Ishmael along with his mother, Hajra  under a tree on the hillock. Years later, Abraham returned and, on God’s orders, built the Ka'aba. The city steadily grew into an important trading city in the region, largely because of the holy spring of Zam Zam offering water to thirsty travellers in passing caravans. In 560 AD Prophet Muhammad (SAW) was born to one of the powerful tribes inhabiting the city. In 600 AD, Islam was revealed at the Jabal-e-Noor (Cave of Hira) to Muhammad (SAW).... read more

    Dar Al Tawhid Intercontinental Makkah
    This seven star hotel boasts breathtaking views of the Ka'aba from its upper floors. Its main...    		 The Hilton Makkah
    This ominous v shaped hotel towers above the Masjid-al-Haram. Having a multitude of residency...
    Movenpick Hotel & Residence Hajar Tower Makkah.
    Gleaming views of the Ka'aba and the Masjid-al-Haram over the King Abdul Aziz Gate, the Movenpick...    		 Mercure Grand Umm Al Qurah Mecca
    Down the road from Masjid-al-Haraam, this five star hotel is situated in the thick of the...
    Al Safwah Royale Orchid
    Situated exactly opposite the King Abdul Aziz gate, Ka'aba and Haram views offered from this hotel...    		 Fendaq Nawazi Ajyad
    A no frills hotel that does the basics well. Wired Internet connection is available in public...
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    ProMod
    Trendy label for women. Yes, women dress conservatively in Saudi Arabia, but no one can peek under...    		 Milano
    The best shoes that come from Italy. Bearing the name of the fashion capitol of Italy and arguably...
    Gazzaz
    
    Selective range of the best accessories ranging from perfumes to hand bags and top of the...    		 Al Abraj Al Bait Towers & Shopping Mall
    With the activities in Makkah being centred around the Haraam, all the markets are too. The Al...
    ALDO ACCESSORIES
    Accessories for women: belts, rings, brooches, bracelets and many other items, can be found...    		 ALDO
    This is a Chinese based ladies shoes, hand bags and accessories store.

    ABRAJ - AL...
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    Eid-ul-Fitr
    Celebrated after the month of Ramadan ends when the new moon of the next month is sighted. This is...    		 Hajj
    The Muslim pilgrimage to the house of God, Ka'aba. Muslims from all over the world gather in Mecca...
    Jinadriyah
    Celebrating the Arabic culture. Two weeks of sports like . The fact that it is inaugurated by the...    		 Eid-Milad-un-Nabi
    Celebrating the birth of the Prophet Muhammad
    Eid-ul-Adha
    To commemorate the sacrifice of Abraham when he agreed to slaughter his son Ishmael when asked by...    		 Unification of the Kingdom
    Not entirely a festival. Treated more so as an unofficial Holiday.
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    Al Naim
    Located in the Movenpick Hotel across from the Haram Court, Al Naim is an eclectically decorated...    		 Al Rehab Restaurant
    Situated in the Dar Al Tawhid Intercontinental Hotel, this Middle Eastern themed restaurant gives...
    AL RASHEED
    This restaurant is located in the Grand Mercure hotel. Offering a variety of international and...    		 Ridan
    Ridan provides platters of traditional Saudi food. You will find the local favourites of Mandi,...
    Iskander & Kabab
    Makkah receives a large number of Turks. Add this to the fact that the Turks ruled this part of the...    		 Asia Far East Restaurant
    If you hail from the Far Eastern regions of China, Malaysia, Indonesia, Maldives, getting the food...
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    Fast Facts
    -Location: Middle East
        -Dialling code: +966
        -Emergency numbers:

    Police: 999
    Fire: 998
    Ambulance: 997
    Airport Enquiry: 02 6855466
       

    -Population: 1.4 million – this figure swells to over 5 million during the peak periods of Hajj
    -Languages: Arabic
    -Time zone: GMT +3
    -Average January temperatures: 26.5 °C
    -Average July temperatures: 27 °C
    -Annual rainfall: Around 100mm to 150 mm per annum.
     
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    When To Go

    When to go
    If going for Hajj pilgrimage, check the Lunar calendar. For Umra, the best times are during the holy month of Ramadan and during the winter. During Ramadan there are huge crowds, particularly during ...

    Kids In Tow

    What to do with Children in Makkah
    It’s strenuous enough to be in Makkah on your own, to have to manage kids on such a trip is a ...

    Health & Safety

    Health and Safety
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