Millions of Muslims are preparing to undertake Hajj, the annual pilgrimage to Mecca and one of the central pillars of Islam. Among them are British pilgrims getting ready to travel from London, each with their own hopes for the days ahead. (AP Video: Mustakim Hasnath)
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British pilgrims prepare to join millions in Saudi Arabia to for annual Muslim pilgrimage of Hajj

Millions of Muslims are preparing to undertake Hajj, the annual pilgrimage to Mecca and one of the central pillars of Islam. Among them are British pilgrims getting ready to travel from London, each with their own hopes for the days ahead. (AP Video: Mustakim Hasnath)
 
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