Hajj 2025: Millions of Pilgrims Converge on Mount Arafat

Millions of Muslims converge on Mount Arafat for the peak of the Hajj pilgrimage. Mecca, Saudi Arabia – June 5, 2025. The annual Hajj pilgrimage reached its spiritual climax today as millions of Muslims gathered on Mount Arafat, a vast plain outside Mecca. The event, one of the five pillars of Islam, sees pilgrims from around the world converge on the holy city to perform various rituals. Al Arabiya news captured footage of the pilgrims' journey to Mount Arafat, highlighting the scale of the event and the devotion of the participants. One pilgrim, speaking to Al Arabiya, stated, "This is a moment of profound spiritual significance. It's a journey of a lifetime." The journey to Arafat involves a 23km trek from the Haram in Mecca. The pilgrims will spend the day in prayer and reflection before moving to Muzdalifah for the night. The Hajj pilgrimage is a testament to the unifying power of faith, bringing together people from all walks of life in a shared act of devotion.