Gates to Haram
There are 210 gates to the Haram. A link below gives names and information for may of them
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There are 210 gates to the Haram. A link below gives names and information for may of them
A map of the Masjid Nabawi is provided in the link below - will make it easy for one to follow
Th site provides a link which gives you details about this beautiful masjid
A link is added which provides details of this blessed place. You may post any other details - it will be much appreciated
After you finish Saiee at Marwah males need to either clip their hair or do a complete shave. To clip your hair (taqsir)it would have been best to bring a little scissor with you. If you do not have one there are lots of pilgrims at this spot who will gladly oblige and lend you theirs. If you would rather shave (halq) click on the link below for further details
Masjid Ayesha is a beautiful masjid 7-8 kilometers from the Haram, It is one of the most frequently visited masjid it takes about 10 -20 minutes by taxi, longer by bus Taxi cost 20- 40 SAR one way and 40-60 SAR return with a short stay Buses cost 4 SAR per person , takes a longer time. Also one has to walk to Jarwal Bus terminal. If you are a family it is best to take a taxi. Always remember to agree on a price before the ride. Best to have small notes to pay for the ride Please click on the link for more details.
Even the holiest of places are not safe from scammers and thieves. -Keep all your possessions safe - Carry only the essential things -Do not carry your passport or excess money unless absolutely essential - Do not carry a neck bag when you attempt to kiss the black stone during Tawaf - thieves cut the straps in seconds - thieves sometimes try to pull even the rings off your fingers! It happened to my mother May Allah keep everyone safe
Always carry a small card with emergency phone numbers - group leader - your companions -hotel number and name - phone number of applicable consular offices
There are many historical places to visit. A link is provided below for alist
safety measures in case of loss of passports - keep a photocopy in every suitcase - keep a copy in your pocket - photo of passport in your cell phone - send an email to yourself with attachments of copy of passport. You can easily forward the email to your consular office in case of loss
safety measures in case of loss of passports - keep a photocopy in every suitcase - keep a copy in your pocket - photo of passport in your cell phone - send an email to yourself with attachments of copy of passport. You can easily forward the email to your consular office in case of loss
Always carry a small card with emergency phone numbers - group leader - your companions -hotel number and name - phone number of applicable consular offices
Even the holiest of places are not safe from scammers and thieves. -Keep all your possessions safe - Carry only the essential things -Do not carry your passport or excess money unless absolutely essential - Do not carry a neck bag when you attempt to kiss the black stone during Tawaf - thieves cut the straps in seconds - thieves sometimes try to pull even the rings off your fingers! It happened to my mother May Allah keep everyone safe
Unfortunately there are many scammers in the are -people claiming they were robbed of all their belongings -fake charity collectors - fake offers for all services Always be careful.
Prayer chairs are on trolleys in the walk ways inside the Haram. If you don't see any you could ask the workers in the area and they will gladly oblige. A small tip would be in order. Another option would be to buy one - it cost 25 Riyals and one could take it around to use when needed. At the end of the trip you can leave it in the Haram for others to use Always check the chair before you sit as sometimes the are damaged and one could get hurt.
Prayer chairs are on trolleys in the walk ways inside the Haram. If you don't see any you could ask the workers in the area and they will gladly oblige. A small tip would be in order. Another option would be to buy one - it cost 25 Riyals and one could take it around to use when needed. At the end of the trip you can leave it in the Haram for others to use Always check the chair before you sit as sometimes the are damaged and one could get hurt.
When you arrive at Jeddah remember to change at least a hundred dollars Ask specifically for some small notes - if you get a nice guy he may oblige
There are many hotels in the lower price range Here are a few Saif AlMajd Hotel Al Shaba Hotei Zad Almazd Hotel
There are many mid-range hotels with variable walking time Here are just a few Anjum Hotel Makkah Le Meridian Makkah Zamzam Pullman Makkah
There are several five star hotels near the Haram. Here are just a few Raffle Makkah Palace Makkah Clock Royal Tower - Fairmont Hotel Intercontinental Dar Al Tawhid Hotel Conrad Jabal Omar Makkah
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