First group of 250 pilgrims from 16 countries performs Umrah under king’s guests program
JEDDAH: The first group of 250 pilgrims under the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques’ Guests Program for Hajj, Umrah, and Visit has arrived in Makkah after spending several days in Madinah.
Upon arrival, the guests performed Umrah and expressed their appreciation to the Kingdom’s leadership for the care and services that facilitated their pilgrimage and visit to the Prophet’s Mosque.
Implemented by the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, the program in Makkah includes scientific and cultural events, as well as visits to the King Abdulaziz Complex for the Holy Kaaba Kiswa and the Revelation Exhibition in the Hira Cultural District.
King Salman is hosting 1,000 Umrah performers at his own expense this year, with guests arriving in four groups, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
