Yes, it is.
Saudi Arabia is considered the birthplace of Islam, one of the world’s major religions. The religion originated in the 7th century in the city of Mecca, where the Prophet Muhammad was born and received his first revelations. Mecca, along with Medina (where Muhammad migrated and is buried), are Islam’s two holiest cities. Every year, millions of Muslims from around the world travel to Mecca to perform the Hajj pilgrimage, which is one of the Five Pillars of Islam and a religious obligation for all able Muslims. These sacred cities are off-limits to non-Muslims, preserving their spiritual significance. Saudi Arabia’s deep connection to Islam shapes much of its culture, laws, and international influence, especially within the Muslim world.
