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RIYADH: The performance of Hajj, the fifth pillar of Islam, has extended over several historical periods since Prophet Ibrahim, peace be upon him, laid the foundations of the Ka'ba, or the “House of God,” in Makkah. The advent of Islam saw Muslims travel from all over the world to the Arabian Peninsula, and Al-Yamamah became one of the most important transit routes for
RIYADH: Riyadh has launched “Kashtah” initiative to promote the development and use of public parks, heritage and cultural monuments around the capital during the camping season. Ali Alrowaili, a spokesman for Riyadh Municipality, said it hoped the campaign would boost the “winter atmosphere, enrich family entertainment, encourage community activities and hiking, and