Muslim pilgrims arrive at their tent camp near the Muslim holy city of Mecca, Saudi Arabia, in July 2021. Saudi Arabia is lifting most Covid restrictions. Photo: AP
Coronavirus: Saudi Arabia lifts most Covid restrictions, putting an end to social distancing outdoors
- Worshippers will no longer need to socially distance inside mosques, including the holy sites of Mecca and Medina, but will need to wear masks in these places
- The lifting of Covid restrictions could facilitate the arrival of Muslim pilgrims to the kingdom
Muslim pilgrims arrive at their tent camp near the Muslim holy city of Mecca, Saudi Arabia, in July 2021. Saudi Arabia is lifting most Covid restrictions. Photo: AP
