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| Stoning the Jamarat |
The Hajj moved back to Mina today for the Day of Sacrifice which marks the start of Eid Al-Adha for Muslims all over the world. After camping overnight in Muzdalifah, the hajjis were once again up early to travel to Mina to Stone the Jamarat, a ritual based on the Prophet Abraham slaying the Devil.
They must also make a sacrifice usually a sheep and cut their hair.
Experience one of the busiest days of the Hajj through our slideshow, panorama, first-person postcard and stories.
Day of Sacrifice
More than 750,000 animals will be sacrificed over the next three days. Find out how it works and where the meat ends up. Also we take you through the significance behind the stoning of the Jamarat.
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| Overcrowding at Mina |
Tragedy at Mina
Fourteen pilgrims died at Mina near the Jamarat throwing area. They fell to the ground and were crushed in the crowd.
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Slideshow
See what Mina looked like during the Stoning of the Jamarat and the Day of Sacrifice
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Panorama
Get a unique view of the crowds at Mina and the area surrounding the Jamarats.
Panorama of Mina (394k).
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| One of the slaughterhouses in Mina |
Postcard from Saudi
Share our experiences in Saudi. Producer Navid Ahktar talks about the tragedy at Mina and the atmosphere among the pilgrims. They visit a slaughterhouse and see first-hand how it all works.
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On Channel 4
The next broadcast of Hajj - The Greatest Trip on Earth is tonight (Wednesday) at 7.50pm on Channel 4. Recap on Tuesday night or if you missed it watch the video. What happens during the stoning of the Jamarat? Who comes face to face with their sacrifice?
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