Hajj organizers install cooling systems to protect pilgrims
In Mecca, the Hajj, the great pilgrimage continues for millions of Muslims.
This year, cool water showers were installed throughout the site to help pilgrims cope with the very hot weather. It was up to 47 degrees this weekend in Mecca.
On Saturday, 14 Jordanian pilgrims died from sunstroke.
Saudi authorities expect the number of pilgrims this year to exceed two million, approaching pre-pandemic levels.
Yesterday Sunday, believers went to the Mina Valley, a desert place five kilometers from Mecca to carry out the “stoning of Satan”
During this ceremony, pilgrims throw stones at three specific locations symbolizing the devil.
The Hajj is an important commandment of the Muslim faith, which every believer must perform once in their life.