In 2019, nearly 2.5 million Muslims performed Hajj before the coronavirus pandemic disrupted religious and other gatherings the world over and took its toll on the Islamic pilgrimage.

Hajj is the annual Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca in Saudi Arabia. Here’s when it begins and ends, and why it’s important to Muslims.

The Hajj occurs once a year during the Islamic lunar month of Dhul-Hijja, the 12th and final month of the Islamic calendar year. This year, Hajj will take place this month.

Hajj is the annual Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca in Saudi Arabia. Here’s when it begins and ends, and why it’s important to Muslims.

The Hajj occurs once a year during the lunar month of Dhul-Hijja, the 12th and final month of the Islamic calendar year. This year, the Hajj will start on June 4. Sign up for Best Bets, your go-to ...

The Hajj occurs once a year during the Islamic lunar month of Dhul-Hijja, the 12th and final month of the Islamic calendar year. This year, Hajj will take place this month.

The Hajj occurs once a year during the Islamic lunar month of Dhul-Hijja, the 12th and final month of the Islamic calendar year. This year, Hajj will take place this month.

In 2019, nearly 2.5 million Muslims performed Hajj before the coronavirus pandemic disrupted religious and other gatherings the world over and took its toll on the Islamic pilgrimage.

What’s the Hajj, the Islamic pilgrimage, and why is it significant for Muslims? by: MARIAM FAM, Associated Press. Posted: Jun 10, 2024 / 10:43 AM EDT. Updated: Jun 10, 2024 / 10:47 AM EDT.