About Umrah
Umrah is a journey to the most sacred place for Muslims; the holy Kaaba in Makkah. Umrah is known as the minor pilgrimage, while Hajj is the main pilgrimage and one of the pillars of Islam.
Unlike Hajj, Umrah is a voluntary spiritual journey that Muslims of every gender, ethnic group, colour, social status and culture take up as a sign of their devotion to Allah. It is said that performing Umrah cleanses the soul and allows Muslims to ask for forgiveness and pray to God.
About Hajj
Hajj is an annual Islamic pilgrimage to Makkah, the holiest Muslim city.
The five-to-six-day pilgrimage is obligatory for all Muslims, who have the physical and financial ability to undertake the journey at least once in their lifetime.