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The prophet Mohammed's birthplace is Islam's spiritual center and is strictly off-limits to non-Muslims. The pillars of Islam state that all Muslims with the means must undertake Hajj, a pilgrimage to Mecca, once in their lifetime. Those who visit the holy city are rewarded not just by proximity to landmarks and religious sites crucial to the religion, such as the Masjid Al Haram (Holy Mosque), the Mountain of Light, the Black Stone and the Well of Zamzam, but with the forgiveness of all their... more » The prophet Mohammed's birthplace is Islam's spiritual center and is strictly off-limits to non-Muslims. The pillars of Islam state that all Muslims with the means must undertake Hajj, a pilgrimage to Mecca, once in their lifetime. Those who visit the holy city are rewarded not just by proximity to landmarks and religious sites crucial to the religion, such as the Masjid Al Haram (Holy Mosque), the Mountain of Light, the Black Stone and the Well of Zamzam, but with the forgiveness of all their sins. « less

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“Hajj Stay”

Sheraton Makkah Hotel and Towers

5 of 5 stars
kiranmq
houston
Dec 3, 2008

gret 5 star hotel in Makkah. only a few minutes walk to Haram! clean rooms. service was great. great views of the Haram from the hotel. more

“You cannot rate it as 5* or 4* its definitely less than 4*”

Manazel Al Ain Mercure

2 of 5 stars
fasi100
Dubai
Nov 6, 2008

Rooms are not spacious. bathrooms are small, Website says wireless connection available, but it was not available. Hotel staff donot answer clearly. Front Office Hotel staff needs thorough training....more

“An emotional and spiritual experience visiting the Masjid al Haram.”

Masjid Al Haram (Holy Mosque)

5 of 5 stars
PrestonTraveller
Nov 3, 2008
2/2 found this review helpful

The Masjid Al Haram lies in the holiest city of Islam with the Kabah (meaning the cube). The Kabah and the mosque has a rich history in its origin and its religious significance and specialist Islamic...more

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