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The Hajj

ÌÇÐÄÆÆ½â°æ overview report on the Hajj - the biggest annual Islamic gathering

The Hajj pilgrimage is one of the most integral parts of the Islamic faith. It is a once-in-a-lifetime rite of passage for most of the world’s 1.7 billion Muslims. At the same time, it is Saudi Arabia’s second most important economic motor after the oil industry. Although not much has changed in the ancient rituals and traditions of the Hajj, the increase of the global Muslim population, climate change and Saudi Arabia's Vision for 2030 will lead to adjustments to one of the worlds largest pilgrimages.

This report takes an in-depth look at the economic impact of the Hajj on Saudi Arabia and its importance to the Islamic community worldwide.

Table of contents

  1. Introduction
    • Religion worldwide
    • Islam
    • Religious gatherings worldwide

  2. Hajj: Facts and figures
    • Pilgrims
    • Practice
    • Ceremony

  3. The economic impact of Hajj
    • Income generated for Saudi Arabia
    • Economic diversification

  4. The future of Hajj
    • Vision 2030
    • Investment in Hajj
    • Hajj and climate change

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