On the eve of the Islamic New Year, preparations have begun to replace the Kiswa (cover) of the Holy Kaaba. Islam's holiest shrine will be adorned with the new Kiswa on Tuesday morning, the first day of Muharram, 1448 AH.

As Muslims around the world prepare to receive a new Hijri year, the Holy Kaaba is preparing to receive its new Kiswa in a tradition renewed annually at Islam's holiest site.

Kaaba’s new Kiswa to be installed for the Hijri New Year, blending centuries-old Islamic craftsmanship with modern techniques at the Grand Mosque in Mecca.

MAKKAH: Saudi specialists are carrying out the final stages of replacing the Kiswah, the black silk covering of the Holy Kaaba, in an annual process that coincides with the start…

On the eve of the Islamic New Year, preparations have begun to replace the Kiswa (cover) of the Holy Kaaba. Islam's holiest shrine will be adorned with the new Kiswa on Tuesday…

JEDDAH: At the beginning of the new Hijri year, the Holy Kaaba was covered with its new kiswa, reflecting Saudi Arabia’s care for the holiest site in Islam and its expertise in…

The Holy Kaaba, Islam's holiest shrine, was adorned with the new Kiswa (cover) on Tuesday, the first day of Muharram, 1448 AH.

Watch the Holy Kaaba receive its new Kiswa as the Islamic New Year begins, showcasing centuries-old craftsmanship, gold-embroidered silk and spiritual tradition.