Spirit of the City
The Holiest City on Earth — where millions unite in devotion
Hajj & Umrah — Complete Guide
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Landmarks Map
Top Landmarks (9)
Al-Masjid Al-Haram
The Grand Mosque — the largest mosque in the world and the holiest site in Islam.
The Kaaba
The cubic structure at the center of Al-Masjid Al-Haram, considered the House of God.
Abraj Al-Bait (Clock Tower)
The iconic clock tower complex overlooking Al-Masjid Al-Haram.
Arafat (Mount of Mercy)
The plain where the central ritual of Hajj takes place.
Museum of the Two Holy Mosques Architecture
Showcasing the architectural history and development of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque throughout history.
Mecca has an extensive bus network, taxis, and ride-hailing apps (Uber, Careem). The Haramain High-Speed Railway connects Mecca to Medina and Jeddah in under 2 hours.
Shopping Guide
Events & Seasons
Mecca Winter Festival
Winter cultural events and activities in Mecca.
Mecca Arts Month
Annual arts and culture month in Mecca.
Ramadan in Mecca
The holy month of Ramadan transforms Mecca into a city of light and devotion.
Eid Al-Fitr Celebrations
The celebration marking the end of Ramadan.
Mecca Music Festival
Annual music festival with local and international acts.
Eid Al-Adha Prayers
The Feast of Sacrifice marks the end of Hajj.
Hajj Season
The annual Islamic pilgrimage — over 2 million Muslims gather for 5 days of rituals.
Mecca Cultural Week
Week-long celebration of local culture and heritage.
Mecca Heritage Days
Annual heritage and history celebration.
Mecca Autumn Festival
Autumn cultural events and harvest celebrations.
Mecca Film Festival
Annual film and cinema festival.
Mecca International Fair
International trade and culture fair.
Mecca New Year Celebrations
Year-end festivities and New Year countdown.
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Monthly temperatures in °C
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| High | 29° | 31° | 35° | 39° | 43° | 45° | 44° | 44° | 42° | 38° | 33° | 29° |
| Low | 18° | 19° | 22° | 26° | 30° | 32° | 32° | 32° | 30° | 27° | 22° | 18° |
Nearest Airports
No airport inside the city — these are the nearest serving airports
This city has no airport within its boundaries. The airports shown are the closest ones used to reach it.
King Abdulaziz International Airport (Nearest to Mecca)
JED🛋️ 8 Lounges
💳 Lounge Access Programs
Taif Regional Airport (Nearest to Mecca)
TIF🛋️ 1 Lounge
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Safety & Emergency
Emergency: 911. Al-Noor Specialist Hospital: +966 12 556 1111. Red Crescent: 997.
