{"id":42321,"date":"2024-03-25T12:30:53","date_gmt":"2024-03-25T09:30:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lovin.co\/riyadh\/en\/?p=42321"},"modified":"2024-03-25T12:30:53","modified_gmt":"2024-03-25T09:30:53","slug":"saudi-introduced-tawaf-golf-carts-in-makkah-for-special-needs-and-elderly-pilgrims","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lovin.co\/riyadh\/en\/news\/announcements\/saudi-introduced-tawaf-golf-carts-in-makkah-for-special-needs-and-elderly-pilgrims\/","title":{"rendered":"Saudi Introduced Tawaf Golf Carts In Makkah For Special Needs And Elderly Pilgrims"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet\u2019s Mosque has rolled out a delightful addition to the Tawaf experience with the introduction of smart golf carts! Specifically tailored to cater to the needs of the elderly and pilgrims with special needs , these carts are now conveniently stationed atop the Grand Mosque.<\/p>\n<h2>Accessible through the entrances of Ajyad Escalators, King Abdulaziz Gate Elevators, and Umrah Gate Elevators, designated pilgrims can easily reach the golf cart station.<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/cdn.lovin.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/03\/25112207\/2370145.jpg\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"402\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-42322\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.lovin.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/03\/25112207\/2370145.jpg\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.lovin.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/03\/25112207\/2370145.jpg 600w, https:\/\/cdn.lovin.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/03\/25112207\/2370145-medium.jpg 250w, https:\/\/cdn.lovin.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/03\/25112207\/2370145-120x80.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>The carts are operating daily for 12 hours, from 4:00 pm to 4:00 am, giving ample time for all to enjoy the convenience and comfort it offers.<\/p>\n<h2>Priced at an affordable SR25 per person, inclusive of VAT, this service is exclusively designed for Tawaf<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/cdn.lovin.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/03\/25112234\/Screenshot-2024-03-25-at-11.20.45%E2%80%AFAM.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-42323 size-large alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.lovin.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/03\/25112234\/Screenshot-2024-03-25-at-11.20.45%E2%80%AFAM-large.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"485\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.lovin.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/03\/25112234\/Screenshot-2024-03-25-at-11.20.45%E2%80%AFAM-large.png 700w, https:\/\/cdn.lovin.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/03\/25112234\/Screenshot-2024-03-25-at-11.20.45%E2%80%AFAM-medium.png 250w, https:\/\/cdn.lovin.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/03\/25112234\/Screenshot-2024-03-25-at-11.20.45%E2%80%AFAM-768x532.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.lovin.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/03\/25112234\/Screenshot-2024-03-25-at-11.20.45%E2%80%AFAM-120x83.png 120w, https:\/\/cdn.lovin.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/03\/25112234\/Screenshot-2024-03-25-at-11.20.45%E2%80%AFAM.png 1016w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>With a fleet of 50 carts, each accommodating up to 10 passengers, there&#8217;s plenty of space for everyone to embark on this remarkable journey. Tickets can be conveniently purchased from the points of sale located on the rooftop of the Grand Mosque, ensuring a seamless experience for all.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"The General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet\u2019s Mosque has rolled out a delightful addition to the Tawaf experience with the introduction of smart golf carts! 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