Secure Pilgrims Assistance System Using an Augmented Reality

The Hajj and the Umrah are the two main pilgrimages that Muslims make to Makkah, Saudi Arabia. Umrah can be done at any time, while Hajj takes place from the 8th to the 13th of Dhul Hijjah. The Hajj is considered the largest annual assembly in the world, is obligatory for every physically and financially capable Muslim at least once. During the Hajj, pilgrims travel 15 kilometers using a variety of transportation modes. The journey begins in Mina, the world's largest tent city, which houses more than 10,000 fire-resistant tents. Every year, approximately three million Muslims from more than 183 countries participate. Thus, this research aims to develop an Augmented Reality (AR) application that assists pilgrims in recognizing important sites and rituals during the Hajj pilgrimage. Furthermore, the system improves pilgrimage planning by assisting with accommodation selection and route optimization, as well as integrating national ID and mobile verification for secure identification. Also, it offers reminder notifications in Arabic and English as well as a trip planning tool to assist pilgrims in efficiently managing their time. Additionally, a specialized dashboard assists healthcare professionals and organizations, while a streamlined interface ensures effective communication with the Adahi software. User feedback mechanisms enable data-driven improvements, resulting in better decisionmaking and overall user satisfaction.