yes, pilgrimage (or hajj) promotes Islamic values. The Muslim comes after hajj feeling that he/she is reborn free from sins and mistakes and striving to continue on the right path of satisfying God and prophet Muhammad. He strives to adopt the good morals of Islam and of the prophet and to perform good deeds. Refer to related question below.
An extreme interpretation of Islamic values.
If of the Islamic faith, a pilgrimage to Mecca is referred to as a hajj
the Haj
A pilgrimage. It is called pilgrimage (or Hajj in Arabic, in the Islamic Context)
Hajj or Islamic Pilgrimage.
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It is called "Hajj"
Christians generally do not participate in Hajj, as it is an Islamic pilgrimage specifically mandated for Muslims. However, some Christians may choose to engage in Hajj for interfaith dialogue, to better understand Islamic traditions, or to show solidarity with Muslim friends and communities. Participating in Hajj can foster mutual respect and promote peace between different faiths, highlighting shared values such as devotion and spirituality.
it is in Saudi Arabia specifically in a city called mecca.
Commonly, this trip is the Islamic Religious Pilgrimage called the Hajj.
NovaNET answer: it increased the influence of Islamic culture
The Hajj pilgrimage can be performed during the Islamic month of Dhu al-Hijjah, specifically from the 8th to the 12th day of the month.