Stories about the Hajj
The Hajj is the annual Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca and one of the five pillars of Islam. Millions of pilgrims from all over the world undertake this pilgrimage. Every Muslim who is in good health and can afford the journey is expected to perform the Hajj at least once in their lifetime. For many Muslims, the Hajj is a time for reflection, forgiveness and a sense of community. On this page, you can read some personal stories about the minor and major pilgrimages to Mecca.
If you’d like to find out more about the Hajj and Mecca, read the collection story here.
"People sometimes say "New York never sleeps ", but if you've been in Mecca, "this is the place that nevers sleeps!" You can sometimes find no place to pray at any time of the day. What is also very special, the world comes together here, so many nationalities from all of the world."
Mohsin
“I started my cycle tour in Paramaribo in 2018, and I am on my way to Mecca. I did not plan anything, and I have no idea when I will arrive in Mecca. I wanted to experience another dimension of travelling. To test my limits and to experience who I am under these circumstances. Mecca is something special and that’s why I want to arrive in a special way.”
Hoessein
“I really wanted to go without family or friends because I wanted to experience the pilgrimage by myself. I wanted to focus 100% on my faith. ”
Mounir
“I’ve been three times and each time it felt like an encounter with the world, with God as the host.”
Jacob
“As well as all the prayers during the umra, you can also enjoy shopping, eating, sampling the atmosphere and visiting lots of sights.”
Amna
''Who would have thought that I would go on pilgrimage at such a young age? I didn’t. Not at this moment in my life. It was a dream come true!.''
Meysa
“Seeing the Ka’ba for the first time was an unexpected emotional moment.”
Veys & Gönül
