Saudi Arabia’s hajj economies prepare for 2021 pilgrimage season
Published 11 May,2021 via Asharq Alawsat (English Edition) - To optimize the experience of Muslim pilgrims visiting holy sites in Saudi Arabia this year’s Hajj season, local Hajj and Umrah guides have upped their preparation levels in the Kingdom.
On Sunday, the Hajj and Umrah Ministry officially confirmed that the Hajj pilgrimage would be held this year, but under “special conditions” to protect pilgrims against the spread of the coronavirus.
Even though the details of regulatory plans haven’t been announced yet, the decision to hold Hajj will certainly have a positive impact on Hajj-related industries like accommodation, transportation, and retail, local Hajj guides told Asharq Al-Awsat.
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