High resolution photos have been revealed for the first time of an ancient religious stone in Mecca, Islam’s holy city, a Saudi government agency has announced. The images of al-Hajar al-Aswad ...

High resolution photos have been revealed for the first time of an ancient religious stone in Mecca, Islam’s holy city, a Saudi government agency has announced. The images of al-Hajar al-Aswad ...

Haram, is one of the most sacred and significant places for Muslims around the world. Every year, millions of believers ...

The Kaaba sits at the center of the sacred al-Haram Mosque in Saudi Arabia. It plays an essential role in the rite of the hajj, the pilgrimage that Muslims make to Mecca, which begins today.

A barrier around the Kaaba that was set up at the start of the Covid-19 pandemic has now finally been removed. Pictures show excited worshippers clamouring to get near the Black Stone.

Muslims circle the Kaaba stone in Mecca as part of the annual hajj pilgrimage. Posted October 26, 2012 08:42:47 Muslims circle the Kaaba stone in Mecca as part of the annual hajj pilgrimage.

A barrier around the Kaaba that was set up at the start of the Covid-19 pandemic has now finally been removed. Pictures show excited worshippers clamouring to get near the Black Stone.

In the Kaaba, the most ancient and remarkable building or the great Mosque at Mecca, is preserved a miraculous stone, with the print of Abraham's feet impressed upon it.

At the heart of the Kaaba lies the Black Stone (Al-Hajar Al-Aswad), which Muslims believe was sent from heaven. Pilgrims kiss ...