“Hajj mubarak” translates as “Happy Hajj” or “Blessed Hajj”. It is often said to wish pilgrims a blessed and accepted Hajj and a safe journey. It can also be used on their return, after completing the ...

Eid al-Adha, the festival of sacrifice, is celebrated on the 10th of Dhul-Hijjah, coinciding with the third day of Hajj and lasts for three days. This year, it falls on June 16.