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Is the Hajj becoming too commercial? | DW News
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16:13Now PlayingIt’s a pillar of Islam and a once-in-a-lifetime journey for many Muslims. But is the Hajj becoming too commercialized? Growing waiting lists, expensive travel packages, and an increasing emphasis on luxury have frustrated potential pilgrims in recent years. Researcher Razaq Raj of Leeds Beckett University speaks with DW about the great pilgrimage—how it's changed and where it’s heading.
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