However, the Black Stone’s oval shape and its placement ... However, history often reveals uncomfortable truths—and the story of Mecca and Madina’s potential Hindu past remains an intriguing ...

Islam's holiest place in the city of Mecca, saying the behaviour disrupts the flow of movement. The Saudi Ministry of Hajj explained that prolonged standing near the Black Stone, a rock set in the ...

Millions prepare to visit Mecca as annual ... from injury and secures the black silk covering known as the Kiswah. Located between the Kaaba’s door and the Black Stone, the Multazam is a two ...