The General Authority for the Care of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque officially announced the approved timetable for visiting the Noble Garden during the holy month of Ramadan, as part of its operational plan for the Umrah and visitation season, with the aim of ensuring smooth movement and providing the opportunity for the largest number of Muslims to pray in this holy place in a safe and convenient faith-based atmosphere.

Visit schedule during the first twenty days of Ramadan

The authority explained that the visitation schedule relies on precise time intervals separating men and women to ensure privacy and comfort. For the first twenty days of Ramadan , the times were set as follows:

• For men: Two periods daily; the first is morning and evening, extending from 11:20 am to 8:00 pm, and the second is nighttime, from 2:00 am to 5:00 am.
• For women: There are two periods as well; the first from 11:00 PM until 1:40 AM, and the second in the morning from 6:00 AM until 11:00 AM.

Visiting times during the last ten days

Due to the expected high density in the last ten days of Ramadan, the authority made slight adjustments to accommodate the numbers, and the times are as follows:

• For men: three periods; the first from 11:20 am to 8:00 pm, the second from 11:00 pm to 12:00 am, and the third from 2:00 am to 5:00 am.
• For women: One morning period has been allocated, extending from 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

The importance of the Holy Garden and its spiritual significance

Visiting the Prophet's Mosque (Al-Rawdah Al-Sharifah) holds immense importance in the hearts of Muslims, for it is the place about which the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said: “Between my house and my pulpit is a garden from the gardens of Paradise.” Praying there is among the most significant spiritual experiences for visitors to Medina, especially during Ramadan, when rewards are multiplied. Pilgrims from all corners of the earth are keen to seize the opportunity to be in this blessed space for supplication and prayer, making the organization of entry and exit a vital necessity to maintain the tranquility of the place and the safety of visitors.

Technical organization through “Nusk” and the Kingdom’s efforts

The authority emphasized that entry to the Prophet's Mosque (Al-Rawdah Al-Sharifah) is contingent upon booking an appointment in advance through the Nusuk app, stressing the importance of adhering to the time specified in the permit. This regulation is part of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's ongoing efforts to utilize technology to serve pilgrims, aiming to eliminate overcrowding and achieve the highest standards of safety and security, in line with the goals of the Kingdom's Vision 2030 to facilitate the journey of pilgrims and visitors and enrich their religious and cultural experience.

The sides of the Grand Mosque in Mecca witnessed a large influx of worshippers and pilgrims with the arrival of the first day of the holy month of Ramadan, as the courtyards and prayer areas were crowded with the guests of God who were keen to perform the Isha and Taraweeh prayers in this pure place, amidst an atmosphere of faith filled with reverence, tranquility and spirituality that characterizes the holy month.

The movement of worshippers was distributed with high smoothness and remarkable ease throughout the Grand Mosque and its outer courtyards, thanks to the precise field monitoring and well-organized plans that contributed to facilitating entry and exit operations, organizing the corridors, and directing worshippers to the vacant places and designated prayer sites, thus preventing overcrowding and ensuring everyone’s comfort.

An integrated service system for the comfort of the pilgrims

The relevant authorities and the management of the Two Holy Mosques were keen to provide a comprehensive package of field and organizational services aimed directly at enhancing the quality of the worship experience for visitors. These efforts included intensifying supervision of the courtyards and prayer areas, managing crowds with high professionalism, and doubling the cleaning, sanitizing, and continuous disinfection of all mosque facilities and courtyards around the clock, to ensure a healthy and safe environment for worshippers.

Ramadan in Mecca: The Qibla of hearts and the focus of attention

The holy month of Ramadan holds a unique and profound significance for Muslims worldwide at the Grand Mosque in Mecca, as their eyes and hearts turn towards the Kaaba. This massive influx on the first night is a testament to the exalted status of the Holy Mosque, where Muslims eagerly seek to benefit from the blessings of this time and place, hoping for the multiplied rewards and divine mercy bestowed during this blessed month.

Leadership and Architecture of the Two Holy Mosques

These tremendous efforts and high-quality services are a continuation of the wise leadership's (may God protect them) profound care and constant attention to the Two Holy Mosques and their visitors. These scenes embody the integrated roles of various organizational, service, and security sectors in serving the pilgrims, harnessing all human and technological resources to provide a complete spiritual atmosphere that enhances their worship experience from the very first moments of the Taraweeh prayers during this blessed Ramadan season.