Muslims across the globe wish to accomplish Hajj and Umrah by visiting the house of Allah (SWT) in Saudi Arabia. Umrah is a minor pilgrimage which is not mandatory on Muslims to perform but has a great reward if one complete this ritual as it is the Sunnah of Prophet Mohammad (ﷺ) and had great […]

 Zamzam is the name of the well that provides the water to billions of people especially the Haji who travel to Mecca and Madina for Haj. The Zamzam well is situated in Makkah, which is the heart of the Hajj pilgrimage. Standing only a few meters east of the Kabaah, the well is 35 meters […]

And when one of them is informed of [the birth of] a female, his face becomes dark, and he suppresses grief. He hides himself from the people because of the evil of which he has been informed. Should he keep it in humiliation or bury it in the ground? Unquestionably evil is what they decide. [Qur’an […]

Fasting in the month of Ramadan is an obligation for all the Muslim men, women and children who reach the age of adolescence while performing Umrah through Five Star Umrah Packages. Fasting in Ramadan is the third and most significant pillar of Islam where Muslims from all over the world observe the fast during the […]

A spiritual journey undertaken by several Muslims to Makkah is Umrah which is also known as the ‘minor pilgrimage’ or ‘lesser pilgrimage” when it is compared to the major pilgrimage Hajj. Hajj has great importance as it is the 5th pillar of Islam. Although Umrah has lesser importance it encompasses great rewards for those who […]

Friday in Arabic is interpreted as Jumu’ah and “Salāt al-Jumu’ah” is the Friday prayer. On every Friday Muslims gathered for congregational prayer which is replaced by Duhr prayer. Salāt al-Jumu’ah is obligatory (fard) on all Muslim men who are mature and above the age of puberty to pray in congregation either at the mosque of […]

Muslims around the world have many holy and historical places to stopover once in a lifetime. Places that are mentioned in Qur’an has great significance and place in the hearts of the Muslims. Islam has many holy places for the believers to once visit. The main and most sacred of these places are three main […]

Umrah is a form of a pilgrimage that is not mandatory on all Muslims but is a Sunnah (tradition) of Prophet Mohammad (ﷺ) which can be undertaken at any time of the year. Visiting the house of Allah (SWT) is the supreme dream of every Muslim. Muslim urges to perform Umrah once in a lifetime […]

Muslims are extremely privileged because they have a perfect role model Prophet Mohammad (SAW) to follow. He was the only person whose life was recorded and in his lifespan followed by his companions lately by the Muslim Ummah. The way of living and deeds of Prophet Mohammed (SAW) are the Sunnah Muslims are obliged to […]

Umrah is an Arabic term which means to visit a populated place (Makah). A minor pilgrimage that has its own importance and significance as it is the act that cleanses one’s heart and soul from the sins committed in past. Like Hajj, Umrah is amongst the best deeds that wash away the sins. Pilgrims who […]

Umrah is an excursion which Muslims observe to cleanses one’s heart and soul from all the past committed sins. Performing Umrah is considered as one of the best deeds as it is a way of pleasing Allah (SWT). Muslims are advised to offer Umrah once in a lifetime because it acts as a washing of […]

Bosnia is best known for its Islamic heritage and has a very deep-rooted connection with the history of Islam. The exceptionality in Bosnia’s culture is amazing with jaw-dropping natural beauty. The lush green trees in summer and mountains covered with snow make this country even more picturesque in winters. Perhaps it is the time for […]

In a couple of days, the pilgrimage of Hajj will be over and people will return home, back to the reality of family life, work and other responsibilities. Even though it’s over, you get to return home to loved ones, not only with many precious memories but also with a multitude of lessons learnt from […]

Eid marks the end of Ramadan and signifies the most important get-together of the year. On this special day, people join together to enjoy a lavish meal that is akin to a feast with its many choices – from bread to desserts and platters of meats. Now that Eid is over and, with it, the […]

If you are considering an Umrah pilgrimage, there are certain things you may want to take into account to make this the best possible individual experience. Plan Carefully Emotionally, you may have a strong desire to carry out an individual ritual to reaffirm your faith, but it is a good idea to take time to […]

If you are considering Umrah, as countless Muslims do in their lifetime, then one of the most perplexing questions you may have is the timing of your pilgrimage. Not just in terms of your age and current life circumstances, but also the best time of year to travel on this holy expedition. This is not […]

So, you’ve booked your Umrah package and you are about to head out on your spiritual journey. Here’s some useful advice to bear in mind before you begin. Learn about Umrah Before you set off on your journey, learn everything you can about Umrah. Many books on Hajj contain chapters dedicated to Umrah and this […]

With new Muslims making their first personal pilgrimage each year, it is good to reflect upon the Umrah Dhu’l-Qada, or the first pilgrimage. The first pilgrimage took place in the year 629 CE, on the morning of the fourth day of Dhu al-Qi’dah. Muhammad and the Muslims made this journey together after the Treaty of […]

The Umrah is one of the most personal and memorable journeys you will ever take, which is why you must organise it to fit around your own needs and preferences. One of the most common questions people have is whether to travel alone or in a group. It could be that your family and friends […]

Taking part in the Umrah is a privilege for any Muslim and involves a highly spiritual and important part of any good worshippers’ life. The journey takes in some of Saudi Arabia’s most important historical sites and requires significant organisation. Whether you are taking the trip for the first time or are just looking for […]