What are the mountains called in hajj?

The mountains surrounding Mecca in Saudi Arabia are known as the "Hills of Arafat" or the "Mountains of Arafat". These mountains are a significant part of the annual Hajj pilgrimage, where millions of Muslims gather during the Hajj season.

In the Islamic tradition, the Hills of Arafat hold great spiritual and historical importance. They are mentioned in the Quran and are believed to be the location where Prophet Muhammad delivered his final sermon during his Farewell Pilgrimage (Hajj al-Wada). According to Islamic belief, standing at Arafat during the Hajj pilgrimage is a crucial act that completes the Hajj rituals.

The most notable peak among the Hills of Arafat is Mount Arafat or Jabal ar-Rahmah (Mount of Mercy). It is a small granite hill located about 20 kilometers (12 miles) southeast of Mecca. Standing atop Mount Arafat is a crucial rite performed during the Hajj. Pilgrims stand in supplication, offer prayers, seek forgiveness, and engage in remembrance (dhikr) while facing the Qibla (direction of Mecca). This signifies the climax of the Hajj pilgrimage.

The hills surrounding Arafat, including Mount Arafat, bear spiritual and historical significance, adding to the spiritual intensity experienced by millions of pilgrims who gather there during the Hajj season.