Photos: Saudi Arabia replaces Kaaba Kiswa as Hijri Year 1447 begins

The ceremonial removal of the old Kiswa was held after Asr prayer

Last updated: June 25, 2025 | 23:49

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The General Presidency for the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque held the ceremonial changing of the Kiswa, the black silk covering of the Holy Kaaba Thursday, in observance of the start of the Islamic year 1447 AH.

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The Kiswah replacement at Masjid Al Haram.

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