The King of Saudi Arabia (KSA) has welcomed the oldest pilgrim for Hajj 2024.

In a remarkable feat, Sarahouda Stiti claimed to be a 130-year-old woman from Algeria, has been recognized as the oldest Hajj pilgrim of this year.

On Tuesday, June 11, 2024, Saudi Airlines welcomed the 130-year-old woman who made the journey to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) for the holy annual Hajj pilgrimage.

#Saudia welcomed Sarahouda Stiti from Algeria, at 130 years old, she is the oldest Hajj pilgrim on Saudia’s flights.
May she and all pilgrims have a blessed Hajj journey. pic.twitter.com/n9YRNb2fkt — Saudia Group | مجموعة السعودية (@SaudiaGroup) June 10, 2024

The Saudi group shared on its official X/ Twitter handle about the arrival of this year’s oldest pilgrim from Algeria.

In a now-viral video shared by Saudi Airlines, the Algerian woman is seen receiving a warm reception from Saudi officials upon her arrival in the Kingdom at King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah.

Highlights of #Saudia welcoming Sarahouda Stiti from Algeria, the oldest Hajj pilgrim, at King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah. pic.twitter.com/IQzYBAUs06 — Saudia Group | مجموعة السعودية (@SaudiaGroup) June 11, 2024

According to The Siasat Daily, before embarking on the holy journey, Sarahouda Setit reportedly underwent the necessary preparations to assume the state of Ihram. Her determination to perform the holy pilgrimage of Hajj despite her old age has garnered worldwide attention.

Hajj 2024

The annual Hajj 2024 (1445 AH) begins this year from Friday, June 14, 2024, to Wednesday, June 19, 2024.

BREAKING: The Crescent for the month of Dhul Hijjah 1445 was SEEN today subsequently the month of Dhul Hijjah 1445 will begin tomorrow i.e Friday, 7 June 2024

*Hajj Day (Arafat): Saturday, 15 June 2024
* Eid Al Adha: Sunday, 16 June 2024 pic.twitter.com/jls6rMLmg0 — Inside the Haramain (@insharifain) June 6, 2024

About Hajj

Hajj is the annual pilgrimage to Makkah, the holiest city for Muslims where scared Kabba is located. It is considered one of the five pillars of Islam.

Hajj is a mandatory religious duty for all Muslims across the globe, given their financial and physical capabilities.