Masjid al-Haram (Great Mosque of Mecca)

Masjid al-Haram, also known as the Great Mosque of Mecca, is the holiest Islamic site, located in Saudi Arabia. It surrounds the Kaaba, the cube-shaped structure regarded as the most sacred point in Islam. The mosque is a massive complex capable of accommodating millions of pilgrims who visit annually for Hajj and Umrah, religious pilgrimages that symbolize devotion and unity among Muslims. It features large prayer halls, minarets, and an expansive courtyard. The mosque's significance lies in its spiritual centrality, serving as a focal point for Muslim worship and containing the Kaaba, which Muslims face during daily prayers worldwide.