"Choose the right travel time"
The main difference between religious and pilgrimage trips and tourist trips is in choosing the travel time. In leisure trips, choosing the most appropriate travel time is directly related to the weather. For example, if you plan to go to the beautiful island of Kish, since your trip is recreational, the mild climate of the island will double the pleasure of your trip. Therefore, in the summer when the weather on the island is hot and humid, fewer travelers go to Kish.
But in religious trips, the weather factor is completely eliminated; Because for a traveler who has gone only for the purpose of pilgrimage and showing devotion, there is no difference between hot or cold weather. This issue is well illustrated in the Arbaeen processions that are held every year to Karbala.
"Choose the right accommodation"
One of the most important points that you should pay attention to in the pilgrimage guide is choosing an effective accommodation. Of course, we do not mean the right accommodation, expensive and five-star hotels. The best accommodation is the one closest to the Holy Shrine and Beqaa. Because the pilgrim may want to visit from midnight to dawn. Therefore, choosing a nearby accommodation is a key and important factor in your trip.
"Pilze the other blessed places of the city"
On the way to any pilgrimage city, in addition to the main shrine or tomb, there are many religious and related places around and near it that add to the grace of your trip. For example, for travelers who are going to Mashhad, visiting Goharshad Mosque, Pirpalandoz Tomb, Khwaja Murad and Khwaja Abasalt Tombs, and the Shrine of Imam Zadegan Yaser and Nasser will not be without pleasure. Therefore, don't limit your trip and make sure to do some research before your trip about other religious attractions in the destination city.
"Read the pilgrimage rituals before traveling"
Pilgrimage to the blessed Beqaa has always had its own customs and conditions. Now that you are planning to go on a trip to pay your respects and visit these places, be sure to research a little about their customs beforehand. These customs include a series of mental and physical preparations for the pilgrimage, for more information we recommend you to visit the book of Mufatih al-Jannan.
"Don't forget the supplies needed to travel"
Visiting religious places requires appropriate clothing and appearance, which is mandatory for all visitors. For example, when visiting the courtyard of shrines, women must wear a chador or wear tight and revealing clothes to prevent pilgrims from entering the shrine. Therefore, be sure to pay attention to these items when collecting your belongings.
In the courtyard of most shrines, there are plenty of guide books for pilgrimage and the Quran, so you will not need to bring these items with you. Also, before the trip, search about the prohibited items during pilgrimage so that you don't encounter such problems during pilgrimage. Indeed, don't forget to bring a good camera to record the memorable moments of the trip.
