Gowa Hajj Pilgrims Return in Dazzling 'Bling-Bling' Attire

A group of 392 Hajj pilgrims from Gowa, South Sulawesi, arrived at the Sudiang Hajj Dormitory in Makassar, marking their return from the Holy Land. The group, part of kloter 5, experienced a slight delay of six minutes, arriving at 7:35 AM WITA on Friday. While the return journey was generally smooth, the group tragically lost one member, Nursidah Sinrang Sijarrah, 58, who passed away in Medina on April 26, 2026.

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Today, not only the families are happy, but I, as the regional government and personally, feel proud and happy to welcome you all back home.

Upon arrival, the pilgrims were a striking sight, adorned in distinctive "bling-bling" attire. This special clothing was provided for their departure to the Holy Land and was worn again for their homecoming. The Regent of Gowa, Husnia Talenrang, expressed her delight and pride in welcoming the pilgrims back, noting their serene and Islamic aura, which differed from their departure attire.

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The clothes were prepared in Indonesia and brought to the Holy Land. They were tailored here.

One of the returning pilgrims, Kartini Kamaruddin Ramadan, shared that the "bling-bling" outfits were prepared in Indonesia and brought to the Holy Land specifically for the occasion. Beyond their attire, the pilgrims also brought back souvenirs from Mecca for their families, including dates, Zamzam water, and camel-themed dolls, adding a personal touch to their spiritual journey.

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Bringing souvenirs for family, there are dates, Zamzam water, chocolates. There is also Zamzam water with camel dolls. There are about five dolls.