Every year, the hearts of Muslims turn toward Makkah, longing for a once-in-a-lifetime journey that renews faith and purifies the soul. With the approach of Hajj 2026, interest grows in understanding the step-by-step rituals of Hajj, from the moment of Ihram until the final farewell in the Holy City.

The Beginning: Ihram

Ihram marks the official start of Hajj, where the pilgrim enters the state of pilgrimage intention, wearing simple garments and refraining from specific actions, symbolizing purity and devotion.

Days of Tarwiyah and Arafah

On the 8th of Dhul-Hijjah, pilgrims head to Mina for preparation, followed by the Day of Arafah on the 9th, the most significant day of Hajj, where worshippers stand in Arafat in prayer and remembrance until sunset, then proceed to Muzdalifah.

The Day of Sacrifice

On the 10th of Dhul-Hijjah, major rituals take place including the stoning of Jamrat al-Aqabah, animal sacrifice, and shaving or trimming the hair, followed by Tawaf al-Ifadah, one of the essential pillars of Hajj.

Days of Tashreeq

Pilgrims continue with the stoning of the three Jamarat over the next three days, staying in Mina and engaging in remembrance and supplication.

The Farewell Tawaf

The journey concludes with Tawaf al-Wada, a farewell circumambulation of the Kaaba, marking the emotional end of a deeply spiritual journey.

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