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Street in Mecca, Saudi Arabia
Street in Mecca, Saudi Arabia Date: circa 1920s
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Arabia Balconies Caaba Cumbas Hajj Islam Islamic Jumbas Kaaba Kaabah Mecca Muslim Pilgrimage Saudi Stalls Ottoman
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This evocative photograph captures the bustling scene of a street in Mecca, Saudi Arabia during the 1920s. At the heart of the image, the holiest site in Islam, the Kaaba, is visible through the crowd, surrounded by the grand architecture of the Masjid al-Haram mosque. The Kaaba, a cuboid building encased in black cloth, is the most revered site in Islam and the focus of the annual Hajj pilgrimage. The street is filled with activity, as people go about their daily lives and prepare for the pilgrimage. Stalls and shops line the sides of the road, selling traditional Islamic artifacts, textiles, and other goods to the faithful. Balconies and rooftops are adorned with jumbas and cumbas, traditional Saudi Arabian houses with wooden latticework and intricate designs. The influence of the Ottoman Empire is evident in the architecture of the buildings, with their distinctive domes and arches. The Ottomans ruled over Mecca from the 16th to the early 20th century, leaving a lasting impact on the city's architecture and culture. This photograph offers a glimpse into the rich history and vibrant culture of Mecca during a time when it was a major center of the Islamic world. The scene is a testament to the enduring significance of the Kaaba and the Hajj pilgrimage in the lives of Muslims around the world.
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