As the Islamic holy month of Dhu al-Hijjah reaches its climax, millions of Muslim pilgrims have begun to converge on Mina, a sacred site located just outside the city of Mecca in Saudi Arabia. The arrival of these devout travelers marks the beginning of a pivotal moment in the Hajj, Islam's annual pilgrimage to the holy city. With Arafah Day, considered the most sacred day of the Hajj, just around the corner, pilgrims are preparing to ascend the mountain of Arafah, where they will spend the day in prayer and contemplation. The journey to Arafah is a spiritual highlight of the Hajj, as pilgrims seek to purify their souls and connect with the divine.
Muslim pilgrims have begun arriving in Mina, near Mecca, ahead of the start of Arafah Day.
