Holy Shrines
The Islamic world remembers the tragedy of bombing the dome of al-Askariyain Holy Shrine
February 22, 2021
The Islamic world remembers the tragedy of bombing the dome of al-Askariyain Holy Shrine
Fifteen years ago, the al-Askariyain Holy Shrine witnessed the most heinous crime. One of the largest domes in the Islamic world was bombed by terrorists who intended to stoke sectarian flames in Iraq.Muslims worldwide and the Shias commemorate this calamity…
More than 400 processions participate in the martyrdom anniversary of Imam al-Hadi in Samarra
February 18, 2021
More than 400 processions participate in the martyrdom anniversary of Imam al-Hadi in Samarra
Al-Askariyain Holy Shrine announced the participation of more than 400 service and mourning processions during the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Ali al-Hadi, peace be upon him, in the holy city of Samarra.“The number of service and mourning processions that took…
Millions of people commemorate the martyrdom anniversary of Imam al-Hadi at his holy shrine in Samarra
February 17, 2021
Millions of people commemorate the martyrdom anniversary of Imam al-Hadi at his holy shrine in Samarra
On Tuesday, the third of Rajab, the holy city of Samarra received millions of followers of the Ahlulbayt, peace be upon them, commemorating the martyrdom anniversary of Imam al-Hadi, peace be upon him.The holy city witnessed a large influx of…
Artists create calligraphies of the Holy Quran in Imam Redha Holy Shrine
February 9, 2021
Artists create calligraphies of the Holy Quran in Imam Redha Holy Shrine
Fifty top Iranian artists and calligraphers have created artistic works of verses of the Holy Quran in a special artistic ceremony organized by Imam Redha Holy Shrine’s Institute of Artistic Creations.Observing all health protocols, the artistic gathering named ‘Strong Fortress’…
Imam Ali Holy Shrine decorated with roses in preparation for the birth anniversary of Lady Fatima al-Zahraa
February 1, 2021
Imam Ali Holy Shrine decorated with roses in preparation for the birth anniversary of Lady Fatima al-Zahraa
Imam Ali Holy Shrine is making intensive preparations to celebrate the birth anniversary of Lady Fatima al-Zahraa, peace be upon her, on the twentieth of the month of Jumada al-Akhira.The Holy Shrine decorated the courtyard with thousands of natural roses…
Imam Ali Holy Shrine hangs black banners in courtyard in preparation for demise anniversary of Lady Um al-Banin
January 25, 2021
Imam Ali Holy Shrine hangs black banners in courtyard in preparation for demise anniversary of Lady Um al-Banin
Imam Ali Holy Shrine has begun hanging black banners around the courtyard in commemoration of the demise anniversary of Lady Um al-Banin, peace be upon her.The Embroidery Division at the Holy Shrine has completed sewing and embroidering black banners in…
Ahlulbayt lovers arrive in Imam Ali Holy Shrine to revive martyrdom anniversary of Lady Fatima al-Zahraa
January 16, 2021
Ahlulbayt lovers arrive in Imam Ali Holy Shrine to revive martyrdom anniversary of Lady Fatima al-Zahraa
Ahlulbayt followers visited Najaf to commemorate the martyrdom anniversary of Lady Fatima al-Zahraa, peace be upon her, at the Holy Shrine of Imam Ali, peace be upon him, according to the third and final narration.Imam Ali Holy Shrine has mobilized…
Special Services Provided to Visually-Impaired Umrah Pilgrims
January 14, 2021
Special Services Provided to Visually-Impaired Umrah Pilgrims
The General Presidency for the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque has provided new services to aid the visually-impaired taking part in the Umrah pilgrimage.According to al-Balad News, they include equipping all prayer halls of the Grand…
14 years have passed since the painful tragedy of the Samarra Holy Shrine demolition
January 13, 2021
14 years have passed since the painful tragedy of the Samarra Holy Shrine demolition
Ahlulbayt followers have revived the tragic memory of the demolition of al-Askariyain Holy Shrine in Samarra by terrorists in 2007.The cowardly terrorist incident, which affected the holy dome and minarets, occurred on Wednesday morning 27 Jumada al-Ula 1428 AH, corresponding…
Commencement of the construction of Prophet Daniel Shrine in Mosul after its demolition by ISIS
January 12, 2021
Commencement of the construction of Prophet Daniel Shrine in Mosul after its demolition by ISIS
The Endowments Directorate of Nineveh province announced that it has begun to reconstruct the shrine of Prophet Daniel, peace be upon him, which is located on the banks of the Tigris River on the right coast of the city of…