Filipino pilgrims have started arriving in the kingdom of Saudi Arabia, ahead of this year's Hajj.<br />The Hajj is an important pilgrimage to the Holy city of Mecca which adult Muslims must perform once in their lifetime. <br />This year's Hajj will be from June 26 to July 1.<br /><br />One of those who welcomed the first batch of Filipino pilgrims is Philippine Embassy in Saudi Arabia Charge D'Affaires Rommel Romato who's joining us now from Capital, Riyadh.<br /> <br />Visit our website for more #NewsYouCanTrust: https://www.cnnphilippines.com/<br /><br />Follow our social media pages:<br /><br />• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CNNPhilippines<br />• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cnnphilippines/<br />• Twitter: https://twitter.com/cnnphilippines<br />
