Pilgrims flock to Mecca for Haj
- 13 years ago
Up to 3 million Muslims are expected to descend on the holy city of Mecca in Saudi Arabia for the annual Haj pilgrimage which officially starts on Friday. On Thursday thousands had already gathered at the Grand Mosque in the city, regarded as Islam's holiest site. They stood shoulder to shoulder for afternoon prayers. ... http://www.euronews.net/