Hajj is the annual Islamic pilgrimage to Makkah (Mecca), Saudi Arabia, and is the fifth pillar of Islam. It is obligatory once in a lifetime for every Muslim who is physically and financially able to undertake the journey. Allah says: "And proclaim to the people the Hajj; they will come to you on foot and on every lean camel; they will come from every distant pass" (Quran 22:27). The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: "Whoever performs Hajj and does not commit any obscenity or transgression will return free of sin, like the day his mother bore him" (Bukhari).
Hajj takes place during the 8th to 12th of Dhul Hijjah, the last month of the Islamic calendar. Millions of Muslims from every corner of the world gather in Makkah, dressed in simple white garments (Ihram), erasing all distinctions of wealth, status, and nationality. It is the largest annual gathering of people on Earth and a powerful demonstration of Muslim unity and equality before Allah.
Our Hajj Checklist tool provides a comprehensive, step-by-step guide covering every day of the pilgrimage — from entering the state of Ihram to the final Tawaf al-Wada (farewell circumambulation). You can track your progress, check off completed tasks, and access essential duas for each stage of the journey.
Ihram: Entering the sacred state by making intention and wearing the prescribed garments (two white unstitched cloths for men). Certain actions become prohibited in this state, including cutting hair, using perfume, and hunting.
Tawaf al-Qudum: The arrival circumambulation — walking around the Kaaba seven times counter-clockwise upon arriving in Makkah.
Sa'ee: Walking seven times between the hills of Safa and Marwa, commemorating Hajar's (may Allah be pleased with her) search for water for her son Ismail.
Day of Arafat (9th Dhul Hijjah): Standing at the plain of Arafat from noon to sunset — this is the most essential rite of Hajj. The Prophet said: "Hajj is Arafat."
Muzdalifah: Spending the night under the open sky after leaving Arafat, collecting pebbles for the stoning ritual.
Stoning the Jamarat: Throwing pebbles at the three pillars in Mina, symbolizing the rejection of Satan's temptation.
Sacrifice (Hadi): Offering an animal sacrifice on the 10th of Dhul Hijjah (Eid al-Adha), following the tradition of Prophet Ibrahim.
Tawaf al-Ifadah: The obligatory circumambulation performed after the stoning and sacrifice on the 10th.