Sheikh Hussein, an imam at the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah, urged believers to reflect on their deeds as the current Hijri (Islamic calendar) year draws to a close.

More than 500,000 Haj pilgrims and other visitors attended the last congregational prayer of the Hijri year on Friday. Pilgrims assembled at the Prophet’s Mosque and its courtyards from the early hours of the morning.

They are now on their way back after performing Haj.

More than 10,000 carpets have been laid inside the mosques and in surrounding squares, covering an area of 265,000 square meters, while drums containing Zamzam water were distributed at numerous locations.

Meanwhile, Madinah Gov. Prince Faisal bin Salman thanked Minister of Haj Bandar Hajjar for the efficient handling of the pilgrimage.

More than 5,300 workers of the Presidency of the Two holy Mosques Affairs worked to ensure pilgrims’ comfort.

More than 10,000 ablution points were made available on three floors.

Security officials in Madinah implemented a number of safety and traffic operations with the aim of ensuring maximum safety inside the mosque precincts and nearby roads. They also regulated pilgrims’ entry to the mosque, besides monitoring the area for pickpockets.

The officials also helped pilgrims get back to their residences.

The Red Crescent branch in the mosque has launched 26 first-aid centers with 280 medical personnel, paramedics and 70 ambulances. In addition, 26 volunteers were deployed to assist sick pilgrims.