My 13 Days Umrah Experience

 

Performing Umrah was one of the most beautiful and emotional experience of my life. As a girl who always  dreamed  of visiting the cities of Macca and Madina, this 13-day journey felt like a special gift from Allah. From the moment our trip was confirmed, my heart was filled with gratitude and excitement.

We got a chance to travele first to Madina and entered Masjid an-Nabawi.

 I felt a calmness I cannot describe. The city has a gentle, comforting atmosphere. Sending salutations to Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) was one of the most emotional moments for me. Standing there as a Muslim and a lover a and from the believers of  Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), I felt proud of my faith and thankful for the guidance of Islam. We were there for 6 days the 7 day we left Madina and started our journey to Macca.

Before leaving from madina to Macca to our more 7 days beutiful journey, I prepared myself mentally and spiritually. I learned about the rules and regulations to follow while performing Umrah, I learned the dua’s and understood their meaning. When I wore my simple modest cloths and Hijab for Ehram and made the intention at Miqat, I felt humbled. It was a powerful reminder that in front of Allah every woman and man are equal, I left  behind my daily life, compitition also differences.

The most unforgettable moment of my life was when I raised my eyes and looked at the holy Kaaba for the first time inside Masjid al-Haram. My eyes filled with glory instantly. I had seen it in pictures and videos, but standing there in reality was completely different. My heart felt soft, peaceful, and overwhelmed with love for Allah.

Performing Tawaf was deeply emotional for me. As I walked around the Kaaba, I made heartfelt duas for my parents, family, friends, and for my own growth. From the 7 rounds of holy Kaaba as a Muslim each round felt like I was leaving behind my worries and fears. During  Sa’i taking 7 round between Safa and Marwah, I reflected on the strength of Hazrat Hajar (AS). As a woman, her story touched me deeply. Her patience, courage, and trust in Allah inspired me to stay strong in my own life challenges.And after performing 7 rounds of Kaaba and 7 rounds of sai and praying my Umrah was completed. At that time a felt peace,peace of finally completing my Umrah with my beloved, my parents and siblings.

And I saw my parents were so happy that they finally made it leaving behind all problems.

During our days in Macca, I made sure to perform my umrah for atleast 3 times. Even though it was too crowded as same as I had seen in pictures and vides. I felt safe and spiritually connected. Drinking Zamzam water and spending quiet moments making duas were the most peaceful parts of my life. I felt closer to Allah than ever before. 

This journey changed me. It strengthened my faith, purified my heart, and reminded me of my purpose. As I returned home, I carried not just souvenirs, but a stronger imaan and beautiful memories. I pray that every Muslim gets the beutiful chance to experience Umrah and feel the same peace and closeness to Allah that I felt. Ameen.

I hope I get a chance to perform Umrah again. Ameen.