Gateways to Masjid Al-Haram (Series 3)
By Abdullahi Yusuf With each successive entry in this series, the perimeter of Masjid al-Haram becomes more than just a physical boundary, it transforms into a living archive of history. … Read More
Category: Makkah
Gateways to Masjid Al-Haram (Series 2)
By Abdullahi Yusuf In the first part of this series, we explored some of the principal gates that mark the entry points to Masjid al-Haram, each one a silent witness … Read More
Gateways to Masjid Al-Haram (Series 1)
By Abdullahi Yusuf At the heart of Mecca, the Masjid al-Haram sprawls in solemn majesty, its architecture a dialogue between centuries, its expansion a testament to the enduring pull of … Read More
4 die in Saudi Arabia after car trapped by floods near Mecca
By Abdullahi Yusuf Four friends drowned after their car was swept away by floodwaters resulting from heavy rains that recently lashed the Saudi region of Mecca, relatives have said. The … Read More
5 Historical Masjids to Visit in the City of Makkah
By Abdullahi Yusuf Other than Masjid al-Haram, explore lesser-known mosques in Makkah. Praise be to Allah. We travel thousands of miles from Nigeria to Makkah just so we can be … Read More