Indonesian officials visit Makkah cultural district

The cultural affairs consul at the Consulate General of Indonesia in Jeddah, Soeharyo Tri Sasongko, recently visited the Hira Cultural District exhibit in Makkah.

Sasongko toured the Revelation Exhibition and neighborhood and met several Indonesian visitors during his trip.

The grand imam of the Istiqlal Mosque in Indonesia, Nasaruddin Umar, who also visited the Hira Cultural District exhibit, said he hoped a similar experience could be mirrored in his home country.

The General Presidency for the Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques is also showcasing advanced technology and contemporary facilities designed to enhance the pilgrimage experience for visitors to the Grand Mosque in Makkah and the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah.

The exhibition aims to raise public awareness about the range of services provided by the Saudi government to pilgrims.

The exhibits include items such as tools used for washing the Kaaba, a documentary showing the process of knitting the Kaaba’s cloth covering, and a digital corner with an interactive screen displaying key apps catering for the needs of pilgrims, Umrah performers, and mosque visitors.

Located close to the cave of Hira in the Makkah mountains, the Hira Cultural District comes under the supervision of the Royal Commission for Makkah City and Holy Sites.

The project contributes toward enriching the religious and cultural experiences of pilgrims and Makkah residents, one of the objectives of Vision 2030.