What is Tawaf?

Tawaf is one of the main rituals of Hajj and Umrah, involving walking around the Kaaba seven times in a counterclockwise direction.

Key Points:

  • Must start and end at the Black Stone (Hajar al-Aswad)
  • Walk counterclockwise around the Kaaba
  • Complete seven circuits
  • Men should walk quickly (Ramal) in the first three rounds
  • Pray two rak'ahs after completing Tawaf
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