A number of pilgrims from various parts of the world have lauded the enormous services and facilities available to them during the performance of Hajj rituals in Makkah and other holy places. They said this year's arrangements for Hajj exceeded their perceptions compared to what they had heard from their predecessors' pilgrims who performed earlier the pilgrimage. A large number of them who had already performed the Hajj in recent years, have said they are deeply surprised at the evolution of the great transformation and changes at the holy sites and the progress accomplished in spheres of medical services, perfect security coverage and safety measures. They praised the blessings of Allah almighty and expressed their gratitude for the attention and care extended to the pilgrims by the government of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Abdullah Bin Abdul-Aziz. The pilgrims expressed their feelings and pleasure on the gigantic facilities and services offered by the Saudi government and the concerned Hajj bodies in the Kingdom, in statements given to reporters of the Saudi Press Agency. The Pilgrims were thrilled to witness the construction of the new phases of Jamarat bridge, other bridges and road networks in the holy places, which eased their movements and facilitated performance of Hajj rituals in comfort. They admired the constant progress and improvement in provision of services by various government bodies and institutions from year to year. In this context, the pilgrims singled out security men who care for the comfort of pilgrims. "They make great and commendable efforts to facilitate travel between the holy places and ensure their safety and comfort in carrying out Hajj rituals in a lively atmosphere of security and our strong faith in the religion of Islam." --MORE
