08.12.2025 17:01
Saudi Arabia made a notable decision ahead of the 2026 Hajj season. It has banned photography and videography at the Masjid al-Haram in Mecca and the Prophet's Mosque in Medina. The decision was stated to be made in order to protect the privacy of pilgrims and to preserve the spiritual intensity of the worship.
The Saudi Arabian government, with a decision taken before the 2026 Hajj season, has banned photography and videography in all areas of the Kaaba in Mecca and the Prophet's Mosque in Medina.
PHOTOGRAPHY AND VIDEOGRAPHY BANNED AT THE KAABA
The decision aims to protect the privacy of pilgrims and ensure spiritual tranquility during worship. The government stated that this step is intended to preserve the sanctity of the holy sites and allow worship to be conducted in peace.
With this regulation, it was announced that actions would be taken against visitors who do not comply with the ban. The government announced that devices used for unauthorized photography and videography would be confiscated and legal proceedings would be initiated against those who violate the rules.