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Mecca

Saudi Arabia · Middle East

Mecca (Makkah) is the holiest city in Islam, located in the Hejaz region of Saudi Arabia. It is the birthplace of the Prophet Muhammad and the site of the Masjid al-Haram, which houses the Kaaba, the most sacred shrine in Islam. The city is a focal point for millions of Muslims who perform the Hajj and Umrah pilgrimages annually. Access to the city is strictly restricted to Muslims only.

Best: November to February

Moderate to High