Karbala, Iraq: Muharram Karbala preparations began with the installation of the symbolic Fadhiliyah Tent of Grief at the shrine of Hazrat Abbas (AS).
The tent marks the start of the Muharram mourning season in the holy city. The installation of the tent announced the arrival of Muharram and helped create a solemn atmosphere around the shrine.
The “Fadhiliyah Tent of Grief” has been erected at the holy shrine of Abu al-Fadl al-Abbas (peace be upon him), marking the beginning of preparations for the days of mourning and remembrance of the tragedy of Karbala. 🏴#Muharram #Karbala #AbbasIbnAli #ImamHussain #Ahlulbayt pic.twitter.com/kBwvmh57LH
— Imam Hussein TV3 (@imamhusseintv3) June 8, 2026Karbala attracts large numbers of pilgrims during Muharram, when mourners remember the sacrifice associated with Imam Hussain (AS) and the tragedy of Karbala.
The dome of the shrine of Hazrat Abbas (AS) in Karbala, Iraq, is also washed and cleaned in preparation for Muharram.
The preparations have transformed the area around the holy shrines into a sorrowful and spiritual setting. The preparations are available on Imam Hussein TV and on Mehr News Agency.
🔴 کربلا، عراق میں حضرت عباسؑ کے مزار کے گنبد کو محرم سے قبل دھو کر صاف کیا جا رہا ہے۔ pic.twitter.com/1AYqZJbhQJ
— RTEUrdu (@RTEUrdu) June 8, 2026Read: Muharram Cyber Patrol Blocks 5,000 Online Pages
In an Instagram Reel showing the preparations, the creator urged viewers to watch and share it.
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