Moroccan Man Completes Epic 4-Year Journey to Mecca for Hajj Pilgrimage

"I spent four years traveling on foot just to reach Mecca so I could perform the Hajj," Yacine said in a video that went viral on social media. January 2017 marked the beginning of this journey.

"The kingdom has limited the number of pilgrims this year to protect our health. (...) So I decided to come south and enjoy my time, because the weather is nice. I didn’t expect the region to be so beautiful. (...) I have experienced a warm hospitality in the kingdom every day," he added. The Moroccan traveler says he walked from Mecca to Medina on foot, following the journey of Prophet Muhammad.

Yassine is staying in Abha. His story has conquered the Saudis to the point that he has received visits from people who have brought him support and comfort. Abdulrahman Al-Mutairi, a Saudi media personality, is one of them. "We came from Qassim to meet you. You are our guest and the guest of every home in the kingdom. We are very happy to have you," he addressed Yassine.

"The reason we came to Abha so quickly was because we were touched by your story," explains a member of the Al-Mutairi group. I also want to offer you something. We will take care of your Hajj expenses for next year." Also, the group promised to take care of the trip of his mother who will come to Mecca in 2021, for the very first time. "I have wonderful news for you. My Saudi friends will take care of your Hajj trip next year," he announced to his mother.