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Mecca · Islamic Architecture Tourism

The holiest site in Islam featuring Masjid al-Haram and the Kaaba. Only accessible to Muslims, it hosts Hajj and Umrah pilgrimages year-round. The site is continuously expanded to accommodate pilgrims.

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Best season: None
Difficulty: 7
Region: Saudi Arabia, Makkah Region

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