Makkah, also known as Mecca, is a city located in the Makkah Al Mukarramah Province of Saudi Arabia. It holds immense religious significance as it is the birthplace of Islam and the holiest city for Muslims around the world. Makkah is the destination of the annual Hajj pilgrimage, which is one of the Five Pillars of Islam and attracts millions of Muslims from all corners of the globe. The city is nestled in a valley surrounded by the Sarawat Mountains, providing a picturesque backdrop to its spiritual ambiance. Makkah is home to the iconic Masjid al-Haram, the largest mosque in the world, which houses the Kaaba, a sacred black stone that Muslims believe was built by the Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) and his son Ismail (Ishmael). The Kaaba serves as the focal point for Muslims during their prayers and is encircled by pilgrims during the Hajj.