hajj is the pilgrimage that's made by around 2.5 million muslims every year, from all across the globe, to mecca, saudi arabia, and this year, it's happening in july. it's one of the most important acts of faith that a muslim can undertake, and it's said to amaze those who do. but of course, in the last couple of years, the coronavirus has led the saudi authorities to severely limit the number of people who are allowed to visit. however, another way to experience hajj — retelling its story using the objects and works of art associated with this sacred journey — is about to become available to everyone. and omar mehtab has been taking a look. the first part of my learning journey was to visit the v&a museum in london. and just being here in one of the special exhibitions, as well as the islamic art galleries, something started to stir inside of me — almost a connection to the ancient past.