Muharram this year brought a wave of spiritual energy to Makkah and Madinah, as more than 60 million worshippers gathered at the Two Holy Mosques. For many, the visit was not just a ritual but a deeply personal journey of faith.
Saudi authorities reported that 27.5 million people entered the Grand Mosque in Makkah. Among them, thousands found moments of quiet reflection in the sacred Hijr Ismail. Nearly 7.9 million performed Umrah, their prayers echoing through the marble courtyards.
In Medina, 21.6 million worshippers came to the Prophet’s Mosque. Over 1.1 million prayed in the Blessed Rawdah, while 2.1 million stood before the Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) resting place, their eyes filled with reverence.
The General Authority worked tirelessly throughout Muharram to manage the crowds. Volunteers guided visitors, ensured cleanliness, and helped the elderly find comfortable spaces to pray. The atmosphere was filled with warmth; strangers shared dates, offered water, and exchanged prayers.
For those who came from far corners of the world, Muharram in the Two Holy Mosques was more than numbers. It was a reminder of unity, of hearts beating together in faith, and of a tradition that continues to inspire millions every year.
