Hajj (Arabic: حَجّ, romanized: Ḥajj; also spelled Hadj or Haj) [n 1] is an annual Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca, Saudi Arabia, [3] the holiest city for Muslims. Hajj is a mandatory religious duty for capable Muslims that must be carried out at least once in their lifetime by all adult Muslims who are physically and financially capable of undertaking the journey, and of supporting their ...
Hajj, annual pilgrimage to Mecca that is mandatory for all Muslims to make at least once in their lives, provided they are physically and financially capable. The hajj is the fifth of the fundamental Muslim practices and institutions known as the Five Pillars of Islam.
Official portal of the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah – offering complete information and services for pilgrims including services, procedures, and guidelines for Hajj, Umrah and servicing of visitors.
The Hajj is the most ritualistic obligation in Islam and one of the largest Muslim pilgrimages in the world. It takes...
Why Do Muslims Go On Hajj? Hajj is the fifth and final pillar of Islam. Being a pillar of the religion, it is a spiritual duty on every adult Muslim to perform Hajj. However, unlike the pillars of prayer (Salah), Zakat and fasting (Sawm), Muslims only have to perform the pilgrimage once in their lifetime, so long as they are physically, emotionally, and financially able.
Follow our step-by-step Hajj guide for 2026. It covers all 19 steps from entering Ihram to the farewell Tawaf, with tips for first-time pilgrims.
How to perform Hajj guide: Steps of Hajj | Islamic Relief UK
What and when is Hajj? An illustrated guide, answers to 10 common questions An estimated 1.8 million Muslims are preparing to embark on the Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca which begins on June 4.