The Ka’abah (the House of ALLAH) in Makkah is covered by a black cloth known as ‘Kiswa’, which is manufactured and changed every year. There is a special factory in Saudi Arabia that is dedicated to make Kiswa. It costs approximately SAR 17 million (4.5 million USD). The cloth is made of 670 kgs (1477.09 [...]

The experience of Ramadan in Makkah is different from all the Islamic countries. Life dramatically changes, eating habits change and even some common dishes are replaced with special food items. The large congregation for Isha and Taraweeh prayers represent the dynamic unity of all the Muslims. The Imam reciting the Qur’an, bowing and prostrating with thousands [...]