In Makkah, the Kaaba was surrounded by temporary barriers by the authorities to have scheduled Kaaba maintenance. The routine work includes the maintenance to make sure that the sacred site is safe and preserved. Authorities said that the maintenance of the Holy Kaaba began at the beginning of October 2025 and was supposed to take 10-14 days. The barriers ensured that the authorized people could perform maintenance effectively and pilgrims are at a safe distance.
The General Presidency for the Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques confirmed that the barriers were installed as part of the Kaaba maintenance. The work focused on structural checks and preservation tasks. This Holy Kaaba maintenance is part of Saudi Arabia’s ongoing efforts to ensure the site remains secure for pilgrims.
Holy Kaaba Maintenance Duration
Maintenance of Kaaba began in the first days of October 2025 and took about 10-14 days. Authorities controlled the procedure to prevent the interruption of the everyday worship. The temporary barriers were used to keep pilgrims safe during worship as maintenance was going on.
Authorities announced that the Holy Kaaba maintenance has been completed, and all barriers around the Kaaba were removed. Pilgrims can now perform rituals without any restriction. Scheduled Kaaba maintenance is part of regular checks to maintain the structure and safety of the site
Kaaba maintenance ensures the integrity and safety of the sacred site. Regular Holy Kaaba maintenance protects the structure for millions of visitors each year performing Umrah and Hajj rituals.
