Saudi Arabia's statistics agency announced that 1,707,301 pilgrims completed the 2026 Hajj pilgrimage this year.
This marks an increase from last year's figure of 1,673,230 worshippers. Officials confirmed the count included all male and female participants across Makkah and surrounding sacred sites.
Muslims from around the globe converged on the Kingdom for the annual spiritual journey. They performed prayers and rituals at Arafah, Muzdalifah, and Mina during the pilgrimage season.
Saudi authorities deployed significant security, health, and logistics support throughout the exercise. Officials worked to ensure the smooth movement and wellbeing of all attendees during the 1447 AH season.
Hajj remains one of Islam's five fundamental pillars. Every Muslim with the financial and physical means must undertake it at least once during their lifetime, according to Islamic teachings.
