Umrah during Ramadan

Special prayers: Muslims performing the first terawih prayers for Ramadan at Masjid Wilayah Persekutuan, Kuala Lumpur. Terawih is a special prayer performed at night by Muslims throughout the fasting month.

JOHOR BARU: As Muslims begin fasting, some are preparing to travel to Mecca to perform their umrah.

Ramadan is a holy month for Muslims, with thousands willing to pay extra to perform their pilgrimage during this time.