Pilgrims circling the Kaaba during the Hajj pilgrimage in Mecca

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Route Middle East

The Hajj Route

The sacred pilgrimage to Mecca that every able Muslim must undertake once in a lifetime, following rituals established by the Prophet Muhammad.

Countries

Saudi Arabia

Distance

25 km

Duration

6 days

Difficulty

moderate

Historical Origins

The Journey

Associated traditions: Islam

Significant Places Along the Way

Modern Pilgrimage Experiences

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