Henna designs adorn the hands of female pilgrims on their journey from Morocco to Mecca
In the hall dedicated to the initiative, Moroccan women appear with henna designs before completing travel procedures, in the digital organization path provided by the initiative to facilitate the journey of the pilgrims from the first stages of departure.
social appearance
Hajja Safia, who came from a village near the Moroccan capital, Rabat, explained that henna designs are a common practice among women before embarking on Hajj, as it is a social custom associated with this blessed journey. She expressed her happiness with the streamlined procedures facilitated by the "Makkah Route" initiative from the moment she arrived at the airport.
She noted that henna is deeply rooted in Moroccan folk culture and, for many families, is linked to the atmosphere of joy and preparation for the Hajj season.
Good organization
Hajjah Hajar explained that the “Makkah Route” initiative made pilgrims feel comfortable and cared for, praising the excellent organization and speed of services provided at the initiative's terminal in Rabat-Salé International Airport.
She emphasized that the henna designs applied before the Hajj pilgrimage add a special celebratory touch to the family atmosphere in Moroccan society, reflecting the joy and prayers offered as pilgrims depart for Makkah.
Digital Partner
It is worth noting that the Ministry of Interior is implementing the “Makkah Route” initiative for the eighth year in cooperation with several government entities, including the Ministries of Foreign Affairs, Health, Hajj and Umrah, and Media, as well as the General Authority of Civil Aviation, the Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority, the Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA), the General Authority for Endowments, the Guests of God Service Program, and the General Directorate of Passports, in partnership with the digital partner (stc Group).
Since its launch in 1438 AH (2017 CE), the initiative has benefited more than 1,254,994 pilgrims.
