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Worshippers gather at Grand Mosque in Mecca for final nights of Ramadan prayers
SPA RIYADH, March 19, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Large numbers of worshippers gathered at the Grand Mosque in Mecca on the night marking the end of Ramadan, performing late-night prayers in one of the busiest periods of the holy month. The mosque’s courtyards and prayer areas were filled with visitors who arrived early to take part in Tahajjud prayers during the final nights. Authorities implemented crowd management measures and operational plans to facilitate the mo
Mar 191 min read
Nearly 97 Million Worshippers Visit the Two Holy Mosques During First 20 Days of Ramadan
SPA Riyadh, March 10, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques said a total of 96,638,865 worshippers and visitors have attended the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque during the first 20 days of Ramadan 1447 AH. The authority said the figures are based on operational indicators measuring entries for prayers and Umrah, reflecting the strong turnout of worshippers during the holy month. The Grand Mosque receiv
Mar 111 min read
Makkah Transport System Carries More Than 31 Million During First Third of Ramadan
SPA Riyadh, March 8, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – More than 31 million passengers used transport services in Makkah during the first third of Ramadan 1447 AH, the General Transport Center in the holy city said. The center said shuttle transport services to and from the Grand Mosque and the Makkah bus network carried the passengers as part of efforts to manage movement and facilitate access for residents, visitors and Umrah performers. More than 700,000 trips were opera
Mar 81 min read
Saudi passports directorate deploys e-gates at Jeddah and Madinah airports for Ramadan Umrah traffic
SPA Jeddah, March 5, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The General Directorate of Passports is deploying advanced technologies at King Abdulaziz International Airport and Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to help pilgrims and visitors complete travel procedures more quickly and efficiently. The directorate said an e-gate system allows entry and departure procedures to be completed independently by verifying biometric data within seconds, aiming to streamli
Mar 61 min read
AlUla hosts Ramadan astronomy evening at Old Town Amphitheatre
SPA AlUla, March 5, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The AlUla Manara team held a Ramadan astronomy evening on Wednesday at the Old Town Amphitheatre in AlUla Governorate as part of the “Journey Through the Stars” series and cultural programmes accompanying Ramadan. The event combined astronomy storytelling with moon observation under AlUla’s skies and featured astronomy expert Majed Al-Zahoufi, according to the information provided. Side activities included a lantern-maki
Mar 51 min read
Two Holy Mosques receive 43.8 million visitors in first 10 days of Ramadan
SPA Riyadh, March 1, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – A total of 43,840,961 visits were recorded at the Grand Mosque in Makkah and the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah during the first 10 days of Ramadan 1447 AH, based on operational indicators tracking entries to prayer areas and Umrah activity. The Grand Mosque recorded 23,839,592 worshippers who performed the five daily prayers and Taraweeh, alongside 8,110,498 Umrah performers. The Prophet’s Mosque recorded 10,789,467 worsh
Mar 11 min read
Prophet’s Mosque visitors reach 10.8 million in first 10 days of Ramadan
SPA Riyadh, March 1, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah received 10,789,467 worshippers during the first 10 days of Ramadan 1447 AH for the five daily prayers and Taraweeh, according to official figures. A total of 317,025 worshippers prayed in the Rawdah Sharifah during the same period, while 784,379 visitors offered greetings to the Prophet Muhammad and his two companions. The figures were reported as part of an operational system aimed at c
Mar 11 min read
Grand Mosque imam Al-Sudais says piety is central aim of Ramadan fasting
SPA Riyadh, February 27, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – In his Friday sermon at the Grand Mosque today, Imam Sheikh Abdulrahman Al-Sudais said Ramadan is a season to elevate the soul through piety, which he described as the ultimate goal of fasting. He said the essence of fasting is reflected in upright speech and righteous actions, and urged people to use the holy month to strengthen family ties and promote social solidarity, following the prophetic example. Al-Sudais s
Feb 271 min read
Madinah rehabilitation projects target key Islamic heritage sites as Ramadan visits grow
SPA Riyadh, February 27, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Visiting Madinah during Ramadan offers access to 1,382 historical landmarks linked to the Prophet’s life, as rehabilitation projects move ahead across key sites, the draft said. To support 12% annual growth in visitors and a 29% rise in tourism demand recorded in 2025, the Madinah Region Development Authority is rehabilitating sites including the Quba, Qiblatain and Fash mosques, as well as the Ghars and Faqir wells
Feb 271 min read
Hira Cultural District launches Ramadan programme in Makkah
SPA Riyadh, February 27, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The Hira Cultural District has launched a cultural and recreational programme running from Ramadan 9 to 18, targeting residents and visitors in Makkah. The programme features a Ramadan market, workshops and a storyteller’s pavilion. Visitors can take part in competitions or visit the Holy Quran Museum and the Revelation Exhibition for an interactive educational experience. It is held daily from 9:30 p.m. to 2:00 a.m
Feb 271 min read
Ramadan emerges as global luxury retail season as brands expand capsules and Gulf campaigns
Tryano's Ramadan campaign focuses on gathering and community. Courtesy Riyadh, February 26, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Ramadan has moved from a regional retail moment into a global luxury season as fashion, beauty and lifestyle brands expand product capsules, marketing and client engagement around the holy month, executives and industry figures said. Nearly two billion people observe Ramadan annually, creating one of the largest synchronized shifts in consumer behavi
Feb 263 min read
Historical records highlight Ramadan traditions and charitable legacy in early Saudi state
SPA Riyadh, February 22, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Historical accounts show that the imams of the Saudi state placed strong emphasis on religious observance and charitable giving during the month of Ramadan since the nation’s founding. Records indicate they prioritised congregational prayers, encouraged fasting and reinforced the importance of Zakat as a pillar of Islam and a mechanism for social solidarity. Support was extended to religious study circles, scholars,
Feb 221 min read
Brand Dubai launches Ramadan recipes guide with chefs and venues from Proudly from Dubai network
SPA Brand Dubai launches Ramadan recipes guide with chefs and venues from Proudly from Dubai network Dubai, February 21, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Brand Dubai, the creative arm of the Government of Dubai Media Office, has launched a Ramadan recipes guide featuring dishes developed with chefs, restaurants and cafes from the “Proudly from Dubai” network as part of the citywide Ramadan in Dubai programme. The “Ramadan Recipes Guide” includes about 40 recipes spanning m
Feb 211 min read
Grand Mosque Imam urges active devotion and good deeds during Ramadan
SPA Makkah, February 20, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Imam Sheikh Abdullah Al-Juhani told worshippers in his Friday sermon at the Grand Mosque that the Ramadan example set by Prophet Mohammed and his companions was defined by active devotion and good deeds, stressing that the purpose of fasting is to attain piety and protect one’s character from forbidden acts. Al-Juhani urged Muslims to observe Prophetic etiquette during the month, including hastening to break the fas
Feb 201 min read
Grand Mosque minarets in Makkah rise up to 137 meters, blending Islamic design with modern engineering
SPA Makkah, February 20, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The Grand Mosque in Makkah has 13 minarets ranging in height from 98 to 137 meters, forming a skyline shaped by traditional Islamic design and modern engineering, with the towers positioned across major entrances. Each minaret follows a five-part structure consisting of a base, a primary balcony, a slender shaft, a secondary balcony and a crowning cap topped with a crescent moon. The minarets serve the religious fun
Feb 201 min read
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Performs Prayers at Prophet’s Mosque
SPA Madinah, February 20, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, visited the Prophet’s Mosque today and performed prayers at the site. Upon arrival, HRH the Crown Prince was received by Sheikh Dr. Abdulrahman Al-Sudais, President of Religious Affairs at the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque; Minister of Hajj and Umrah Tawfig Al-Rabiah; and a number of the mosque’s imams and
Feb 201 min read
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Receives Ramadan Greetings at Al-Yamamah Palace
SPA Riyadh, February 20, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, received the Grand Mufti of Saudi Arabia, several princes, scholars, ministers, and citizens at Al-Yamamah Palace to exchange greetings on the occasion of Ramadan. The gathering opened with a recitation from the Holy Quran. HRH the Crown Prince greeted attendees and exchanged Ramadan wishes. SPA During the reception
Feb 201 min read
Prophet’s Mosque Launches Awareness Center to Guide Visitors During Ramadan
SPA Riyadh, February 18 (SABN) – An awareness center focusing on proper etiquette and religious rulings for visiting the Prophet’s Mosque has been inaugurated, coinciding with the holy month of Ramadan. The initiative is designed to enhance religious awareness among visitors and provide structured guidance to ensure correct practices in accordance with the Prophetic tradition. The center has been established at multiple locations within the mosque to ensure accessibility and
Feb 181 min read
Madinah’s Qiblatain Cultural Center Prepares to Welcome Worshippers for Ramadan
SPA Madinah, February 15, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The Madinah Region Development Authority has completed preparations at the Qiblatain Cultural Center ahead of the holy month of Ramadan, ensuring a safe and comfortable environment for worshippers. The center’s upper courtyard has been outfitted with over 100 prayer carpets, accommodating an estimated 1,600 worshippers across designated male and female sections. Expanded parking facilities now include space for 56
Feb 181 min read
King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Donate SAR150 Million to Support Housing Initiatives
SPA Riyadh, February 16 (SABN) – Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, provided two donations totaling SAR150 million through the Jood Eskan platform. The contributions support national efforts and initiatives aimed at providing suitable housing for eligible families across the Kingdom. On the occasion, Minister of Municipalities and Housing
Feb 181 min read
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