Departure of guests of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques program after completing the Hajj rituals 1445 AH
have begun of pilgrims participating in the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques' Hajj, Umrah, and Visit Program departing for their home countries after completing their Hajj rituals for the year 1445 AH in a spiritually uplifting and tranquil atmosphere. The first flights departed from Prince Mohammed bin Abdulaziz International Airport in Madinah, amidst a comprehensive system of services overseen by the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance, ensuring a comfortable and smooth return journey for the pilgrims.
The departing guests expressed their deepest gratitude and appreciation to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and His Royal Highness the Crown Prince – may God protect them – for this generous hospitality that enabled them to perform the fifth pillar of Islam. They praised the warm welcome, generous hospitality, and excellent organization they experienced from the moment they arrived in the Kingdom until their departure, affirming that this spiritual experience will remain etched in their memories.
A well-established royal initiative to serve Islam and Muslims
The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques' Guests Program for Hajj, Umrah, and Visitation is one of the most prominent initiatives reflecting the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's leading role in serving Islam and Muslims worldwide. Launched by royal decree several years ago, the program annually hosts thousands of Muslims from various nationalities, particularly prominent Islamic figures, families of martyrs and those injured in service from several countries, as well as academic and cultural elites. The program aims to strengthen the bonds of Islamic brotherhood and solidarity, and to provide an opportunity for those unable to perform the rituals due to their circumstances, thus embodying the Kingdom's noble mission of caring for the Two Holy Mosques and their visitors.
Live testimonials from guests of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Program
The pilgrims' journey was not limited to performing the rituals; it also included diverse cultural and enriching programs, such as visits to prominent historical and Islamic landmarks in Mecca and Medina, including the Quba Mosque and the King Fahd Complex for Printing the Holy Quran. Several pilgrims affirmed that what they witnessed reflected the exceptional care the Kingdom's leadership provides to the guests of God, praising the seamless collaboration among various government agencies to deliver high-quality services in housing, transportation, food, and healthcare, as well as the massive development projects underway in the Holy Sites to facilitate the movement of pilgrims and ensure their safety. The pilgrims raised their hands in supplication to God, praying that He protect the Kingdom, its leadership, and its people, and reward them abundantly for their continuous efforts in serving the Two Holy Mosques.
The remaining departure flights for the program’s guests are scheduled to take place in the coming days, according to an integrated operational and organizational plan that ensures their travel procedures are completed smoothly and easily, so that they can take back to their countries the best memories of their unique faith journey.
