First Algerian pilgrims Batch leaves for Saudi Arabia

Algiers, 7 December 06

The First batch of Algerian pilgrims will leave here Saturday for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to perform this year's Hajj rituals.

The departure of these pilgrims will take place under the auspices of Algerian Minister of Religious Affairs and Endowments Bouabdellah Ghilmallah, who will address them at Algier's International Airport and highlight guidelines of performing Hajj.

The Algerian pilgrims will use a total of 35 direct flight from Algerian airports to the International Airport of Madinah to perform their sacred mission.