Holy Shrines

Vibrant Celebrations Across Iraq Mark Eid al-Ghadeer at Holy Shrines ——————————————– Muslims across Iraq have marked Eid al-Ghadeer with elaborate decorations, artistic installations, and devotional ceremonies at major Shia holy sites, including Samarra, Najaf, and Kadhimiya, highlighting renewed pledges of…

International Week of Ghadir Opens in Najaf with Banner Raising Ceremony ————————————— The Holy Alawi Shrine has inaugurated this year’s Week of Ghadir with the traditional raising of the pledge flag for Amir al‑Mu’minin Imam Ali (peace be upon him),…

Holy Alawi Shrine to Raise Ghadir Banner in 150 Cities, Gatherings Worldwide ————————————– The Holy Alawi Shrine has announced the completion of preparations to launch ceremonies for raising the Ghadir banner in dozens of cities and gatherings inside and outside…

27 Countries Participate as Eid al-Ghadir Week Opens in Holy Najaf —————————————— The Holy Alawi Shrine has announced the launch of the 15th edition of Eid al-Ghadir Week in holy Najaf, with participation from 27 countries and the raising of…

Najaf and Imam Ali Shrine Decorated Ahead of Eid al-Ghadir ————————————- As Eid al-Ghadir approaches, the holy city of Najaf has been decorated with flags, banners, lights, and special symbols marking the occasion, giving the city a festive atmosphere of…

Iraq to Launch Free Internet at Holy Shrines for Eid al-Ghadir ————————————————– Iraq’s Ministry of Communications has announced the launch of free internet service at holy shrines and religious sites starting next week, coinciding with Eid al-Ghadir. Communications Minister Mustafa…

Shia Pilgrims Mark Eid al-Adha at Holy Shrines in Karbala, Kadhimiya, and Najaf —————————————– Large crowds of Shia pilgrims marked Eid al-Adha at major holy shrines in Iraq, performing prayers and devotional acts in Karbala, Kadhimiya, and Najaf. The ceremonies…

Millions Gather in Karbala as Arafah Supplication Ceremonies Held Worldwide —————————————- Millions of pilgrims gathered in the holy city of Karbala on the Day of Arafah, coinciding with the implementation of a special security plan for Arafah and Eid al-Adha.…

Golden Dome of Sayyida Zaynab Shrine Washed Ahead of Eid al-Adha and Eid al-Ghadir ——————————— The golden dome of the holy shrine of Sayyida Zaynab, peace be upon her, was dusted and washed in a spiritual atmosphere with the participation…

Millions of Pilgrims Mark Day of Arafah in Holy Karbala ———————————— Millions of pilgrims from Iraq, Iran, and other countries gathered in the holy city of Karbala on the Day of Arafah to perform the special Ziyarat of Imam Hussein,…