If you're thinking of travelling to Saudi Arabia, you're probably wondering what the local currency is. Or how much Saudi Arabia's currency is worth against the euro. We tell you all about Saudi money, the exchange rate and even the cost of living! What is the currency in Saudi Arabia? The unit of currency in Saudi Arabia is the Saudi riyal. In Arabic, it is called riyâl sa'ûdî. Its ISO 4217 code is SAR. The Saudi...Read More
You're off on the trip of a lifetime, but you're not sure what to pack! We're here to tell you what to pack in your rucksack for the hajj! Whether it's for the long journey or the rites you'll be performing on the spot, we've got it all... What to pack in your rucksack for the hajj: The basics! Suitcase...: In a...Read More
Tawaf or circumambulation is one of the rituals that form part of the hajj or omra. It consists of walking around the Kaaba. However, to help you understand better, we're going to explain tawaf and its conditions in more detail... The different types of tawaf... There are several types of tawaf, some of which are obligatory: The arrival circumambulation (tawaf al Qoudoum): This is performed by all those who come to the Ka'ba...Read More
The Hira cave is one of those symbolic places in Islam. It fascinates and interests the whole world because of its history and the special event that took place there. The Haramain Voyages team takes you on a journey back in time, to revisit this extraordinary story... The history of the Hira cave... This place has been famous since the day the Prophet Muhammad ('alayhi salat wa salam) received Revelation. In other words, that...Read More
Would you like to know more about the Hajj and Umrah, and the rites that revolve around them? First of all, do you know what is the legal dress for a Muslim man wishing to make the pilgrimage? If the answer is no, or if you have any doubts, here's a brief overview of Ihram dress. Introduction to Ihram dress First of all, you need to know that the term "ihram" comes from the...Read More
