Saudi Arabia Reopens Mecca On October 4 For Umrah Pilgrimage
Islam's holy place Mecca has been reopened on October 4 for the umrah pilgrimage. The re-opening has been scheduled in three phases. In the first phase, starting October 4, umrah will take place in a specified period of time. Besides, only 6,000 citizens, residing within the kingdom, are allowed to take part in phase-1. The worshippers will need to perform the ritual of circling the sacred Kaaba maintaining social distancing.