Holy Shrines

Imam Hussein Holy Shrine: A sacred sanctuary of faith and art

Imam Hussein Holy Shrine: A sacred sanctuary of faith and art

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…
Shias worldwide hold grand celebrations in honor of Imam al-Hasan Al-Mujtaba’s blessed birth

Shias worldwide hold grand celebrations in honor of Imam al-Hasan Al-Mujtaba’s blessed birth

Across Iraq and beyond, holy shrines of Ahlulbayt and religious centers came alive with vibrant celebrations marking the birth anniversary of Imam al-Hasan al-Mujtaba, peace be upon him, the eldest son of Imam Ali and Fatimah, peace be upon them,…
Engineering department at Al-Abbas Holy Shrine installing wooden frame of Imam al-Jawad basement’s grid

Engineering department at Al-Abbas Holy Shrine installing wooden frame of Imam al-Jawad basement’s grid

The engineering and technical teams at Al-Abbas Shrine have begun installing the wooden frame of the grid for the Sardab (basement) of Imam al-Jawad, peace be upon him. This is part of a project to rehabilitate and develop the blessed…
Turkish Ambassador to Iraq visits Imam Hussein’s Holy Shrine in Holy Karbala

Turkish Ambassador to Iraq visits Imam Hussein’s Holy Shrine in Holy Karbala

The Turkish Ambassador to Iraq, Anil Bora Innan, expressed his honor and joy at visiting the shrine of Imam Hussein (peace be upon him) in Holy Karbala. He also reaffirmed his country’s commitment to strengthening cooperation with Iraq. Accompanied by…
Secretariat-General of Al-Askari Holy Shrine to install new framework of underground holy tomb

Secretariat-General of Al-Askari Holy Shrine to install new framework of underground holy tomb

The Secretariat-General of the Al-Askari Holy Shrine announced the completion of manufacturing the windowed cage of the underground holy tomb (men’s side), which is set to arrive in Samarra coinciding with the blessed month of Ramadan. This is part of…
New Kiswah for Holy Shrine of Karbala Martyrs completed

New Kiswah for Holy Shrine of Karbala Martyrs completed

In commemoration of the Prophet’s Ascension Day, the new cover (kiswah) for the holy shrine of the Martyrs of Karbala was displayed on Tuesday in Imam Hussein Holy Shrine. The cover, crafted over three years by Iraqi artisans, is a…
New sacred zarih dedicated for women inaugurated in Imam Ali Holy Shrine

New sacred zarih dedicated for women inaugurated in Imam Ali Holy Shrine

On the occasion of the Prophet Muhammad’s Ascension (Mab’ath), a new sacred zarih was inaugurated near the head of Imam Ali in the holy shrine, within the Sayyida Ruqayyah portico. This structure, the closest point to the holy shrine, is…
Over 14 million pilgrims commemorate martyrdom anniversary of Imam Musa Al-Kadhim

Over 14 million pilgrims commemorate martyrdom anniversary of Imam Musa Al-Kadhim

The Secretariat-General of the Kadhimiyah Holy Shrine announced on Sunday the number of pilgrims who took part in the commemoration of the martyrdom of Imam Musa Al-Kadhim, peace be upon him. In a press briefing, officials stated that “more than…
Holy shrines in Iraq draped in black in commemoration of Imam Musa Al-Kadhim’s martyrdom

Holy shrines in Iraq draped in black in commemoration of Imam Musa Al-Kadhim’s martyrdom

The Holy shrines of Imams al-Kadhim and al-Jawad, peace be upon them, have been draped in black in observance of the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Musa ibn Ja’far al-Kadhim, peace be upon him, on the 25th of the current blessed…
Imam Ali Holy Shrine adorned with banners of joy ahead of blessed birth of Commander of Faithful

Imam Ali Holy Shrine adorned with banners of joy ahead of blessed birth of Commander of Faithful

In an atmosphere of joy, the holy shrine of Imam Ali (peace be upon him) was adorned with banners in celebration of the blessed birth anniversary of the Commander of the Faithful, Ali ibn Abi Talib (peace be upon him),…
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