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Countries

Saudi Arabia

Home to Islam’s two holiest cities, Mecca and Medina.

Photo: Basheer Olakara / Wikimedia Commons / CC BY 2.0 (source)

Saudi Arabia occupies most of the Arabian Peninsula. Mecca and Medina, the two holiest cities in Islam, receive millions of Muslim pilgrims.

Entry rules and pilgrimage permits change, so check current requirements with official Saudi channels before you plan.

Cities in Saudi Arabia