Area Attractions

It is an approximately cubic building. This is why it is called the Kaaba. It has four corners, which the Arabs call pillars and attribute to their directions. The Kaaba has four corners. Each of the four corners of the Kaaba has a name with a special significance. They are the Iraqi Corner, the Levantine Corner next to the Yemani Corner, and the Black Stone Corner where the stone itself is situated near the Kaaba door, which is opened twice a year. Additionally, there is the Hijr of Ismaa’eel, which is part of the Kaaba itself.

One of the stages of the pilgrim’s journey. It occurs on the ninth day of Dhul-Hijjah, where pilgrims stand at Arafah. The Prophet, may peace and prayers be upon him, said: (Hajj is Arafah). That is why it is called the Greatest Day of Hajj.

Zamzam water is believed to be blessed holy water in Muslims. The source of this water is the Zamzam well is situated within Masjid-al-Haram in Mecca, Saudi Arabia. The well is located 20 metres east of the Al-Kaaba, which is known as the holiest place in Islam. The history of Zamzam water is as interesting as its benefits, and both re-emphasize its religious importance.

Hira Cultural District is a unique tourist icon next to Mount Hira in Makkah contributing to the cultural enrichment of hajj and ‘umrah pilgrims in a proper manner.

Al-Zaher Palace Museum or the Makkah Museum is a historical museum that is a 10-15 minute drive away from Haram. It is a two storey building which is surrounded by gardens. The museum displays the history of Makkah and houses many archaeological collections from the different periods of Islamic history in the region.

Located under Jabal Omar Hyatt Regency Makkah just steps away from the Grand Mosque (Masjid Al-Haram), Souk Al-Khalil is one of the biggest commercial centers in Jabal Omar destination, where it features a diverse mix of retailers ranging from international retailers and local favorites to high-end boutiques. The selection of brands includes Abdul Samad Al-Qurashi, Footlocker, and MotherCare, in addition to luxury retailers such as Rolex, Sephora, and more.