Iraq doubled the number of visas for foreign pilgrims in Arbaeen

The Baghdad government has doubled the number of predetermined visas for foreign pilgrims from 40,000 to 80,000 on the occasion of Arbaeen. According to the Islamic calendar, on the 20th of the month of Safar, Shia Muslims around the world celebrate the anniversary of Imam Hussein (a) and millions walk the 80 km distance from … Continue reading Iraq doubled the number of visas for foreign pilgrims in Arbaeen