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Mecca, one of the most important cities in Saudi Arabia is visited by millions annually, most of them Muslim pilgrims, who come here to show their loyalty to their religion. The sacred site is home to some of the most important places in Islam, and participating in the rituals here is something that every faithful Muslim aspires to do, at least once in their lifetime. These rituals take place during the Hajj festival for which Mecca is best known, but soon after Hajj comes another important religious holiday, Eid Al-Adha. It is a great time to be in the sacred city among many others who celebrate the holiday with as much faith. Eid Al-Adha is celebrated in commemoration of the Prophet Abraham, who is a well respected figure among the Islamic people. His trials and triumphs are one of the most significant stories to the Muslims, as he was asked by Allah to sacrifice his only son. Abraham was willing to sacrifice his child in the name of his God, which shows what great love and reverence the figure had. He was rewarded by being given an animal to sacrifice in place of his son. He is revered by Muslims today for the lengths he was willing to go to for the religion; it is this triumph that is celebrated during Eid Al-Adha. On this day, which is determined annually according to the Muslim calendar, animals are sacrificed by the people in honour of the prophet. As a reminder that life is sacred, Allah's name is pronounced at the time of slaughter; this process is known as 'qurbani'. Generosity too is seen as a part of the celebrations as only a small part of the meat is consumed by the family with the rest being gifted to friends and the poor. After morning prayers at the mosque, the day is spent among family and friends, with gifts and greetings being exchanged. Celebrating Eid Al-Adha in Mecca is a great experience as it is done among followers of the religion from across the globe. Those privileged to be in the sacred city can make their trip unforgettable by staying in the best possible Makkah hotel, the lavish Raffles Makkah Palace. This comfortable accommodation stands out from other hotels in Mecca, not only for the luxuries on offer, but also for its ideal location in close proximity to the Al Masjid Al Haram or the Grand Mosque. Google+
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