MAKKAH, Saudi Arabia – June 5, 202In a remarkable display of devotion and endurance, three Spanish pilgrims undertaking the 2025 Hajj journey arrived in Makkah on horseback, having travelled thousands of kilometers along a historic route last used over five centuries ago.
The trio embarked on the challenging expedition from their homeland in Spain, tracing an ancient pilgrimage path through multiple countries to reach the holy city of Makkah, Saudi Arabia. Their journey, which spanned several months, was both a spiritual mission and a tribute to the legacy of Muslim pilgrims who once undertook similar treks during the golden age of Islamic civilization.
According to local reports, this route had not been traversed by horseback in over 500 years, making the pilgrims’ feat not only an act of faith but also a revival of historical Islamic heritage.
Their arrival has drawn admiration from fellow pilgrims and officials, highlighting the diversity and depth of commitment among those performing the Hajj this year.
Saudi authorities have praised the pilgrims’ perseverance and the symbolic value of their journey, which underscores the timeless and borderless nature of the annual Islamic pilgrimag.
