The General Authority for the Care of the Two Holy Mosques Makkah and Madinah reported a total of 68.7 million worshippers and visitors at Masjid al-Haram and Masjid al-Nabawi, up 2.1 million from the previous month.
Saudi Arabia saw a significant rise in pilgrim visits last month, with over 11.9 million performing Umrah.
Over 1.7 million pilgrims came from abroad, highlighting the kingdom’s efforts to facilitate global access to the holy sites.
These initiatives align with Vision 2030, aiming to enhance the Hajj and Umrah experience.
Masjid al-Nabawi recorded 23.1 million visitors, with millions praying at Rawdah Sharifah and the Prophet’s Tomb.