Wednesday, May 21, 2025
A cyclist completes 9-countries journey for Hajj
Anas Al Razqi, a 26-year-old Belgian, finally made it to Saudi Arabia to perform his Hajj trip after cycling thousands of kilometers for nearly three months. It had been a lifelong goal of his. Read: Saudi Arabia's King orders to host 1000 pilgrims for Hajj from Palestine on his personal expenses
Beginning his journey at the beginning of Ramadan in March, Al Razqi pedaled through nine nations, including Bosnia and Herzegovina, Germany, Austria, and Italy. He encountered varied weather conditions and moments of solitude along the way.
My desire has come true. Upon reaching the Halat Ammar border crossing near Jordan, Al Razqi spoke to Saudi TV channel Al Ekhbariya and said, "I didn't believe I would be in Makkah." "It is a blessing that I have reached the kingdom."
The genuine prayers and kind smiles of the people he encountered provided him with strength, according to Al Razqi. See Also: 17 people penalized for violating Hajj rules
"They kept me going," he told Sabq, a Saudi news outlet.
Entering Saudi Arabia felt like stepping into a dream. "It's difficult to describe," he said.
A long-cherished goal of mine seemed within reach. Currently, my only desire is to reach the location where I can see the Kaaba clearly for the first time. Recommend: 4 pilgrims arrived Saudi Arabia on horseback for performing Hajj
A cyclist completes 9 countries journey for Hajj. Saudi-Expatriates.com
