The cover of the Kaaba was changed at the beginning of the new Islamic year starting from the 1st of Muharram. According to Arab media, the process of changing the cover of the Kaaba was started after Isha prayer, which was completed in 3 to 4 hours.
The covering of the Kaaba is made by sewing and embroidering with silk, gold and silver thread. The new cover of the Kaaba has been made at a cost of more than 2 million Saudi Riyals. At the time of changing the cover of the Kaaba, security barriers were installed on all four sides.
First, the old cover of the Kaaba was removed from all sides with utmost care and skill, while electronic lifters were used to raise the cover. Hundreds of pilgrims present on this occasion witnessed the spiritual transformation of the Kaaba.
The cover of the Kaaba is decorated with gold and silver Quranic verses in an attractive style. The covering of the Kaaba is usually made up of 16 pieces, with a length of 50 feet and a width of between 35 and 40 feet. Covering the Kaaba every year on 9 Dhu
