Hajj is a mandatory Islamic pilgrimage performed only on specific dates in Dhul Hijjah, while Umrah is a voluntary pilgrimage that can be done anytime. Both include Tawaf, but Hajj has additional rituals in Mina, Arafat and Muzdalifah.

Hyderabad: Visiting the holy cities of Mecca and Madina, in Saudi Arabia, is one of the most spiritual experiences of a lifetime for Muslims across the globe. Throughout the year, millions of Muslims embark on the two pilgrimages, Hajj and Umrah.

While both the pilgrimages have religious significance, they differ significantly in their purpose, obligations, rituals and most importantly, the date and the timings.

What is Hajj?

Primarily, Hajj is considered the fifth pillar of Islam and is also a mandatory pilgrimage for any Muslim who is physically and f

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