Islamic pilgrimages
The Hajj to Mecca is one of the five pillars of Islam and is reserved for Muslims. There are also regional pilgrimages, such as the Shia Arbaeen to Karbala or the Grand Magal of the Mourides in Senegal. They are among the largest religious gatherings in the world.
6 routes and places
| Route | Length | Duration | Difficulty | Best time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Masar Ibrahim al-Khalil | around 330 km | about 3 weeks | moderate | Spring and autumn |
| Arbaeen pilgrimage to Karbala | around 80 km from Najaf | 2 to 3 days | moderate | for the Arbaeen festival, moves through the calendar |
| Adam's Peak | around 7 km | one night | moderate | December to May |
| Mount Sinai | around 7 km | one night | moderate | October to April |
| Hajj to Mecca | Rituals between Mecca, Mina and Arafat | 5 to 6 days | moderate | in the Islamic month of Dhu al-Hijjah |
| Grand Magal of Touba | Pilgrimage to the city of Touba | several days | easy | on 18 Safar, moves through the calendar |
Masar Ibrahim al-Khalil
around 330 km, about 3 weeks
Arbaeen pilgrimage to Karbala
around 80 km from Najaf, 2 to 3 days
Hajj to Mecca
Rituals between Mecca, Mina and Arafat, 5 to 6 days
Adam's Peak
around 7 km, one night
Grand Magal of Touba
Pilgrimage to the city of Touba, several days
Mount Sinai
around 7 km, one night