Saudi Arabia issues guidelines for female pilgrims to Holy Mosques
Pilgrims urged to follow rules on cleanliness, attire, prayer etiquette at sacred sites
Dubai: The General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque has issued a set of nine guidelines for female pilgrims to ensure a smooth and respectful experience during their visit to the sacred sites.
The guidelines were shared via an infographic on the Authority’s official account on X, formerly known as Twitter.
The advisory encourages female visitors to adhere to specific practices while in prayer areas. These include wearing appropriate Islamic attire, cooperating with staff, avoiding sleeping or sitting on the floors, and maintaining the alignment of prayer rows.
Other recommendations stress the importance of cleanliness, refraining from eating or drinking in prayer areas, keeping noise levels down, and avoiding walking on carpets with shoes. Pilgrims are also urged not to leave personal belongings unattended.
These measures aim to preserve the sanctity of the space and enhance the collective worship experience for all pilgrims.