Holy Shrines

Millions mark Day of Arafah at Imam Hussein Holy Shrine in Holy Karbala Millions of Shia pilgrims gathered on Friday in the holy city of Karbala to commemorate the Day of Arafah at the sacred shrines of Imam Hussain and…

Pilgrims begin arriving in Holy Karbala for Arafah observance at Imam Hussein’s Holy Shrine Masses of pilgrims have begun arriving in the holy city of Karbala this Thursday morning, the 8th of Dhu al-Hijjah, to observe the spiritual rituals of…

Residents of Holy Karbala hold symbolic funeral to commemorate Imam al-Baqir’s martyrdom anniversary The residents of Holy Karbala commemorated the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Muhammad al-Baqir (peace be upon him) by holding a symbolic funeral procession for his pure coffin.…

Shia Muslims converge on Holy Karbala for Arafah Day commemoration Hundreds of thousands of Shia Muslims from Iraq and abroad are converging on the holy city of Karbala ahead of the Day of Arafah, which falls on the 9th of…

Shia Muslims commemorate martyrdom anniversary of Imam Muhammad al-Baqir Shia Muslims in Iraq and around the world are commemorating the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Muhammad al-Baqir (peace be upon him), observed on the 7th of Dhul-Hijjah. Mourning ceremonies have been…

Holy Karbala shrines covered in black in mourning for Imam al-Baqir’s martyrdom anniversary A solemn atmosphere has enveloped the holy shrines of Imam Hussain and his brother Abu al-Fadl al-Abbas (peace be upon them) in Holy Karbala, as black banners…

Holy Najaf adorns old city ahead of 14th International Ghadir Week Preparations are underway in the holy city of Najaf as it begins decorating its historic quarters for the 14th International Ghadir Week, set to take place in 1446 AH…

As of midnight on Sunday, June 1, 2025 (4th of Dhul-Qa’dah 1446 AH), the entry of unauthorized vehicles and motorcycles into the Holy Sites (Masha’er) of Holy Mecca has been prohibited. According to announcements from Saudi security agencies, this restriction…

Al-Kadhimayn Holy Shrine on Saturday evening witnessed a special ceremony to raise the flag of Sayyida Zainab (peace be upon her), attended by clerics, representatives of holy shrines, and officials of Husseini Mawakib from across the holy city of Kadhimiya…

The Imam Hussein Holy Shrine in Karbala, Iraq, stands as one of the most revered religious sites in the world, attracting millions of pilgrims annually. Known for its spiritual significance and breathtaking architecture, the shrine is a symbol of devotion…