Safaa And Marwah (Saee)

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The place to perform the sai worship..that is walking back and forth from Safa hill to Marwah hill. To emulate the story of Siti Hajar who tried to find water for her son, the prophet Ismail. And with the power of Allah, Zamzam water came out...the holiest and most blessed spring.

Sa’i (Arabic: السعي) is one of the integral rites of Hajj and Umrah and refers to the ritual of walking back and forth seven times between the two small hills of Safa and Marwa, located adjacent to the Kaaba in Masjid al-Haram. You can get ZamZam between Safa and Marwa as there are water points, so don't be panic if you are unable to get ZamZam before starting Sa'i. There are multiple floors for performing Sa'i and you will be directly by the authorities to respective floor according to the rush.

Safa and Marwa are two small hills in the Masjid al-Haram in Makkah, deeply rooted in Islamic history. They are an essential part of Hajj and Umrah, where pilgrims perform Sa'i—walking seven times between them—commemorating the devotion and struggle of Hagar (Hājar) in search of water for her son, Prophet Ismail. This sacred ritual symbolizes faith, patience, and perseverance. The area is now well-structured and air-conditioned, ensuring a comfortable experience for pilgrims. A truly spiritual and unforgettable journey!

I love the walk between Safa and Marwa. It comes at the end of Umra and I am always at awe from the overwhelming spirituality and at the sight of thousands upon thousand of men and women from all over the world walking between the two hills. Sure it gets a little hectic and overcrowded in Ramadan and on other high seasons of Umrah, but that is part of the experience. However, the upper floors are usually less crowded than the ground floor, so opt for that especially if you have an elderly with you or small children.

The place to perform the sai worship..that is walking back and forth from Safa hill to Marwah hill. To emulate the story of Siti Hajar who tried to find water for her son, the prophet Ismail. And with the power of Allah, Zamzam water came out...the holiest and most blessed spring. Part of the Umra rituals to do this 7 lengths. There are ZumZum stations along the way, and don't forget to jog/run when you get to the green lights.