Key points
- This holy site is renowned for its historical landmarks
- The KSA government prioritises Mina, recognising time pilgrims spend at the holy site
- It provides extensive security, medical, food, and transportation services to ensure pilgrims’ comfort
MINA, Saudi Arabia: Pilgrims started arriving this morning in Mina to spend the Day of Tarwiyah, Dhu Al-Hijjah 8, according to the Saudi Press Agency (SPA).
Historical landmarks
The SPA reported that this holy site, surrounded by mountains and exclusively inhabited during the Hajj season, is renowned for its historical landmarks, including the three Jamarat pillars and the significant Al-Khayf Mosque, where Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and previous prophets prayed.
The Kingdom’s government prioritises Mina, recognising the time pilgrims spend there, according to the SPA. It provides extensive security, medical, food, and transportation services to ensure pilgrims’ comfort and enable them to perform their rituals with ease and tranquility.
