A fortnight ago the Independent reported on the latest phenomenon that is transforming the desert cradle of Islam from traditional pilgrim site to a modern “mecca” for the rich. The vaunted ...

You just have two figure out the direction of Mecca. So you put a compass on the floor and check how many degrees it is. First action of prayer is your intention so you stand on the prayer mat and ...

For that reason, you may find a group of worshippers looking at shadows or checking their mobile phones to locate the 'Qibla' ...