- Saudi Arabia’s Emerg
Hijra experience Open in November. - More than 1 million people are already registered.
- The 470 km route includes 41 restored sites and a Hijra museum.
- Part of Vision 2030 to promote religious and cultural tourism.
Saudi Arabia’s Groundbreaking Cultural Project, ‘Prophet’s stages’A major milestone has crossed the milestone, more than a million people have registered to participate in Emarsiv Hijra experience before their official November launch. Under the leadership of the General Entertainment Authority (GEA), the initiative brings the migration from Mecca to the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) of Madina to life, aiming to offer a deeper spiritual, historically accurate and technically advanced journey to both domestic and international visitors.
Project: Is there all about ‘in the stages of the Prophet’
‘In the feet of the Prophet,’ Also referred to Darb al-Hijrah, Saudi Arabia has an experienced and educational initiative by the General Entertainment Authority. During a ceremony held near Mount Uhud, the project was officially inaugurated in January by the rich Rajkumar Salman bin Sultan of the Medina region. Developed in collaboration with General Entertainment Authority and relevant historical and government institutions, the initiative was unveiled as one of GEA’s most ambitious cultural and religious heritage experiences.The project was taken by the 470 km stay route taken by Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and his partner Abu Bakr al-Siddik in 622 CE from Makkah to Madina. This journey, known as Hijra, is one of the most important twist points in Islamic history. It laid the foundation for the spread of Islam and the formation of the first Islamic State. The project combines spiritual importance with historical authenticity. Developed in close collaboration with government and historical institutions, it aims to offer visitors:
- Historical sites were restored: 41 major sites are revived along the Prophet’s migration route, which preserve their religious and historical significance.
- Five Interactive Station: Each station will present major events from travel using immersive storytelling and advanced technology.
- A dedicated Hijra Museum: Visitors will be able to detect the historical reference of migration through artworks, digital performance and educational materials.
- Modern rest station: Eight sites, Mirring where the Prophet (PBUH) rested during the journey, will include lodging, dining and traveler services.
- Spiritual places: The quiet areas for prayer and contemplation are integrated throughout the route to encourage reflection and relationship with the deep meaning of Hijrah.
The full experience will last for six months starting in November, which will offer a high quality, safe and spiritually rich journey to participants around the world.
A million more count: public reaction and global expansion
More than a million registration requests were announced by Turkish Allashikh, president of the General Entertainment Authority through X (East Twitter). He wrote:“Alhamadulillah, we have received more than a million requests for the Hijra trail on ‘on our path’ … meet in November, InshaAllah.” Allashikh expressed his deepest gratitude to the Saudi leadership to enable this monumental project. He thanked Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman for his unwavering support, as well as Rajkumar Salman bin Sultan, Amir of Madina region and Deputy Rajkumar Saud bin Mishhal of Makki region, thanks to his ongoing commitment. The project has already seen tremendous global enthusiasm, especially in Indonesia, where footage showed long queues of people eager to participate. Similar rollouts are now planned in Malaysia, Turkey and India, which is part of a major international expansion strategy aimed at reviving and sharing the Hijra experience with the global Muslim community.
To make Hijrah accessible: Advanced Plan and Technology
Given the rugged area of Hijra road, major investments have been made to ensure access, safety and comfort for all visitors. Major characteristics include:
- Typical 4×4 transport buses to facilitate movement in challenging sections of the trail.
- Advanced access to home Thawar (cave cave): An important innovation now allows visitors to reach this landmark in just three minutes, a trip that required the first two -hour increase.
These development reflect the commitment of the project for combining spiritual and historical authenticity with modern and historical authenticity with modern comfort and inclusion. Allashikh said that the project underlines the state’s attention on showing the legacy of its historical and decent heritage, according to the instructions of the two sacred mosques, Salman Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.The experience has been carefully planned to accommodate 300,000 visitors in this first season. The extensive goal is to welcome 5 million visitors annually by 2030, aligning with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030, which prefer cultural revival and diversification of the state’s tourism sector.
Why it matters: History, Heritage and Future
Eunuch was not just a physical journey; It was a decisive moment in Islamic civilization. Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and his followers fled from harassment in Mecca, the migration indicated the beginning of a new chapter, a society built on faith, justice and unity. This experience tries to bring that moment to life for today’s audience, making it tangible and impressive.Prince Salman bin Sultan insisted that ‘at the Prophet’s feet’ is part of the broad national efforts to rehabilitate and activate the important Islamic heritage sites. These initiatives reflect Saudi Arabia’s commitment to preserve their rich religious and cultural heritage, offering the visitors to the visitors to the authentic traditions. The initiative gives Saudi Arabia a distinct lead in the religious tourism sector, which increases its appeal beyond the traditional Haj and Umrah pilgrims. By offering an experience that mixes history, faith, education and cultural identity, it aims to attract new types of visitors to the Muslim world and beyond.
FAQS:
Question: What is ‘at the feet of the Prophet’? It is a cultural project that rebuilds the historic migration route of Mecca from Madina’s Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).Question: When will the experience start? The experience will officially launch in November 2025 and will continue for six months.Question: How many people are expected to go? The first phase expects around 300,000 visitors, with a target of 5 million per annum by 2030.Question: What can visitors expect to see and do it? Visitors can explore the restored historical sites, interactive exhibitions, a dedicated museum, rest stations and spaces for prayer and reflection.
