What is Hajj and its importance in Islam?

The Hajj is an annual pilgrimage to Mecca perform by Muslims, who should do this at least once in their lives. This forms one of the five pillars of Islam and brings great rewards, benefits and complete forgiveness of any sin from Allah (SWT). The Hajj pilgrimage took place in the last month of the Muslim year, Dhul Hijjah, and the first day of Hajj took place on the eighth day of the month. Its purpose is to give Muslims the opportunity to begin anew in the eyes of Allah (SWT), to purify themselves of any possible sins as they seek the forg…