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Map showing the five Miqats of Hajj and Umrah around Makkah with Dhul Hulayfah, Al-Juhfah, Qarn al-Manazil, Dhat Irq, and Yalamlam marked

What Are the Miqats in Hajj and Umrah? A Complete Guide for Pilgrims

“In pilgrimage, a miqat is a designated location where pilgrims are required to enter the state of ihram—a sacred condition of purity and intention—before continuing their journey. If this requirement is overlooked, expiation (damm), typically through animal sacrifice, is necessary to atone for the lapse. In honor of the sanctity of the rituals and in obedience to the command of Allah and His Messenger ﷺ.” Introduction Ever packed for a trip and realized you forgot something essential? For pilgrims embarking on the spiritual journeys of Hajj or Umrah, there’s one thing you absolutely cannot forget to “put on” before a…