A sandstorm swept through Riyadh and its outskirts on Thursday, stirring dust and sand into the sky, causing reduced visibility across the region. Meanwhile, meteorologists […]
Author: The Saudi Times
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Additionally, newly developed manual carts with special designs have been introduced to meet the needs of Umrah pilgrims, providing easy and accessible transportation options during the holy month.
400 Electric Carts and New Manual Carts Introduced at the Grand Mosque for Pilgrims’ Comfort During Ramadan
Inside the Grand Mosque, the authority has designated various types of carts:
Free manual carts are available at the eastern courtyard (Gate 19 – Bab Al-Salam) and the western courtyard (Al-Shubaika Bridge – Gate 64).
Paid upgraded manual carts are located at:
Ground floor of Al-Mas’a (Gate 14)
First floor of Al-Mas’a (Gate 16)
Western courtyard (Al-Shubaika Bridge – Gate 64)
Southern courtyard (near Restroom 2)
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