Parking problem of Arafat

Abstract

Parking is one of the extremely important issues for all automobile users. It is even more important for special events such as Hajj. Arafat area is one of the most significant parts of the Hajj, where huge number of pilgrims arrive at the morning of the 9th of Dhul-Hijja in their different types of vehicles, park, remain till sunset and depart to Muzdalifah.

This study examines the existing parking problems of Arafat in detail, suggests some alternative parking solutions for present and the future up to year 1425 H, evaluates the different parking proposals and selects the best system to be implemented at Arafat.

Finally, this study gives some recommendations and an operational plan for Arafat.