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How an Umrah in December Benefits Pilgrims from North Europe

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Umrah has special importance for Muslims across the world as it is the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). Many of them look forward to performing this 'lesser pilgrimage' every year by visiting the holy city of Makkah. The major pilgrimage of Hajj is performed in the month of Dhu al-Hijjah, which is the last month according to the Islamic calendar. However, Umrah can be performed at any time of the year by an able-bodied and financially capable Muslim. Those residing in countries of northern Europe mostly choose the month of December for performing this pilgrimage. An Umrah in December brings several benefits for Muslims residing in the northern parts of Europe. The greatest benefit is that of the pleasant climate that Makkah experiences during December. This month of the year is extremely cold and snowy in most parts of Europe and the Muslims residing in those countries get to escape the chilly weather by making a journey to the holy city of Makkah. E...

An Umrah in December Can Be Planned Well in Advance

Umrah is one of the Islamic pilgrimages performed by Muslims living in various corners of the world by embarking on a journey to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia from their place of residence. It is often called the 'lesser pilgrimage' when compared to Hajj, which is the major pilgrimage in Islam and among its five pillars. Although this pilgrimage is lesser in importance than Hajj, it is spiritually rewarding for the pilgrim who performs it. Besides, it is the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). The major pilgrimage is performed in the month of Dhu al-Hijjah, while Umrah can be performed at any time during the year by those who are physically and financially capable of undertaking the journey. An Umrah in December during the last week of the month is beneficial for Muslims based in the United Kingdom. One of the major reasons for this is that it is the time when the offices and educational institutions across the country are closed owing to Christmas and New Yea...

Umrah in December Allows Pilgrims to Visit Important Sites

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Umrah is an Islamic pilgrimage that can be performed at any time during the year. This is the reason why many Muslims choose to perform this pilgrimage in December, especially those living in non-Islamic countries. A major reason is that they get to benefit from the holidays that begin towards the last week of the month. Upon embarking on this sacred journey to the holy city of Makkah in the last month of the year, the Muslims living in countries of Northern Europe also get to escape the chilly weather of their home countries. An Umrah in December can be planned well in advance, deciding the date of departure and the number of days that the pilgrim wants to spend in Makkah. Once the dates have been decided he or she can get a budget-friendly package booked for the last month of the year much earlier to get an attractive discount given by most of the tour operators on packages that are booked in advance. The amount thus saved can be utilised during the time spent in Makkah ...

Umrah in December Allows Pilgrims to Visit Sacred Mountains

December is the month when the United Kingdom celebrates Christmas and New Year's Eve along with many other countries of the world and almost all the offices and educational institutions in the country are closed for the entire festive period. This is a wonderful opportunity for Muslims living in the UK, especially those belonging to the working class, to embark on a journey to the holy city of Makkah to perform their Umrah. They can also take other members in the family along with them, especially their young children, as they can be introduced to Umrah and its rituals at an early age. Many tour operators in the UK that specialise in the Islamic religious tours provide attractive discounts for those intending to perform their Umrah in December and willing to book their package in advance. This would significantly reduce the cost of travel involved in making the journey from their place of residence to Makkah for the pilgrims. They can utilise the amount saved while booking...

How Umrah in December Can Be Made Truly Memorable

Umrah is held in high regard by Muslims all over the world despite being lesser in importance when compared to the major pilgrimage of Hajj. It is performed owing to the spiritual benefits that it offers for the pilgrim undertaking this sacred journey from his or her place of residence to the holy city of Makkah. The best time for Muslims residing in the United Kingdom to perform their Umrah is December. This last month of the year brings several advantages for them as compared to other months. The last week of December is a holiday season in the UK. Almost all the schools, colleges, and offices are closed during this time of the year for Christmas and New Year celebrations. This gives a welcome break for everyone living in the country from their monotonous routines. Muslims belonging to the working class can use this opportunity to make a journey to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for performing their lesser pilgrimage. An Umrah in December can also be performed by other members i...

Umrah in December Helps Pilgrims Visit Sacred Islamic Sites

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Generally, the climate of Saudi Arabia is extremely hot and it becomes nearly unbearable for those who are not used to such climatic conditions during the summer season. The temperatures during this time of the year are often over the level of 40-Degree Celsius during daytime and it may drop to about 30-Degree Celsius at night. Winters are relatively pleasant with temperatures ranging from 18-Degree Celsius to 30-Degree Celsius during the day. This is the reason why many of the Muslims choose this time of the year to perform their Umrah. They are mostly the ones living in countries with freezing temperatures during winters. An Umrah in December is preferred by pilgrims from such countries as this is the time when the weather in the holy city of Makkah would be extremely pleasant for them. It not only allows them to escape the freezing temperatures of their home country but also gives them the opportunity to fulfil their dream of performing this pilgrimage. Umrah is Prophet...

Why Umrah in December is a Wonderful Option for Many

D ecember is the time when most of the countries in the world, especially the ones in the Arctic circle or close to it experience an extremely cold climate characterised by freezing temperatures. This is also a time when most of the countries in this part of the world enjoy their holidays, as the last week of this month is of Christmas and New Year celebrations. Muslims living in these countries and also many of the other countries across the world can escape the harsh weather of their home country in this month and fulfil their dream of performing Umrah by embarking on a journey to the holy city of Makkah in Saudi Arabia. Umrah is one of the Islamic pilgrimages that Muslims around the world perform every year. It is also called the 'lesser pilgrimage' or 'minor pilgrimage' as the major pilgrimage in Islam is Hajj, which is also one of its five pillars. They can begin by booking their desired package for performing Umrah in December well in advance. By booking...

Umrah in December Allows Muslims to Visit Important Places

Makkah, a holy city in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, has a hot desert climate, which is characterised by extremely hot temperatures during the summer season. The city gets some respite during the winter season in terms of temperatures beginning from the month of December. This is the time when most of the Muslims living in countries with freezing winter temperatures visit the holy city to perform their Umrah. This Islamic pilgrimage is often called the 'lesser pilgrimage' and can be performed within a few hours as it involves lesser rituals when compared to the major pilgrimage of Hajj. There are certain benefits of performing an Umrah in December for Muslims, especially those living in countries of Northern Europe. One of them is the holiday season that they get to enjoy during this month, especially in its last week. This is the time when most of the educational institutions and offices remain closed owing to Christmas and New Year celebrations. Muslims can make the m...

Why an Umrah in December is Chosen by Many Muslims

Umrah is an Islamic pilgrimage performed by numerous Muslims from different parts of the world every year by travelling to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia from their place of residence. Although it is not compulsory when compared to the major pilgrimage of Hajj, it offers tremendous opportunities for pilgrims to earn some great spiritual rewards. This is the reason why Muslims around the world dream of performing this 'minor pilgrimage'. It can be performed at any point of time during the year and this presents several options for the prospective pilgrims with regards to seasons or months. They can choose their most preferred time of the year to perform this pilgrimage. The opportunities for Umrah December month brings for Muslims residing in the northern parts of Europe are tremendous. One of the most popular times for performing the minor pilgrimage in this month is the last week when almost all the offices and educational institutions are closed for Christmas celebratio...