Thanks to Allah, Alhamdulillah, the day came when I submitted the application to perform Hajj in 2012. Just after a couple of days, the travel agent gave me the confirmation news. I can't forget that moment because I was being chosen for the journey of lifetime. With this a spate of questions bumped into my mind that how to perform this religious activity, what are the Hajj rituals, how to be there and with which things and a lot more. So, right then I started to do the research dreadfully. I purchased a few books on Hajj by Dar-us-Salam publishers. Meanwhile I started to grab information from internet about what to take on Hajj from homeland. 

So, the first thing I have compiled for myself, is a list of things that I would take on Hajj and I also desperately want to share it with others so that it might be helpful even for those who are embarking on Hajj in 2012.

NOTE: All below information is gathered and consolidated from different forums and websites. I will InshaAllah definitely update this list once I will be back from Hajj and according to my experience :)

What and how much to take! is majorly depends on the luggage weight one is allowed to take and it varies from airline to airline. So before putting a single thing in your Rucksack, its better to inquire about the acceptable luggage weight. After knowing that and according to your needs one should decide what and how much to take. 

Following are several items, busted into different categories for easy arrangements. 

About Luggage 

• Its better to inquire about the suitcase/bag/rucksack dimensions prior to purchasing and filling it. Airline/Hajj ministry may restrict large luggage because of space complications. 
• Mostly Hujjaj/Pilgrims choose black color for their suitcase, so try to come up with different color for easy and quick recognition. If not possible, then attach some ribbon/tag that can be seen from a few feet away. 
• Backpack/shoulder bag for putting slippers, water bottle, pocket Quran, Dua books and other light food items (like biscuits/dates) once you are in Haram.
• Rope for bags
• Lock for bags
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Main Items:

• Men - Ihram (1 would be fine but its better to take 2 so that you have 1 as backup during Hajj days)
• Pocket Quran or electronic Quran, anyone you are more comfortable with
• Dua books
• Mobile phone
• Face towels
• Photocopy of Passport and emergency contact numbers (I have heard that Passport will be captured by on Jeddah Airport.
• Sunglasses - Must have
• Pen and notebook to write down the important things and also your experiences.
• MP3 Player to listen Talawat or other lectures.
• Suitable footwear you are most comfortable with. 1 Sandal and 2 slippers are enough
• Flip flop for bathroom usage
• Ihram - Big safety Pin
• Ihram - Money and Waist belt
• Pocket knife - camping type with scissor to cut fruit etc..
• Umbrella
• Travel adaptor 2 pin
• Dust mask because the atmosphere gets dusty sometimes
• Trainers/runners
• Sleeping bag (Optional)
• Leather socks as one have to walk a lot on Haram marbel.
• Alarm clock
• Duck tape for Zamzam or wrap the containers at airport but it costs you more
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Bathroom / Toiletrries

• Nail cutter
• Miswak / Toothbrush and toothpaste
• Toilet rolls / Tissue packets
• Small scissors
• Vaseline for feet
• Small mirror
• Hair brush
• Razor for the cleanliness of unwanted hairs
• Towels
• Sun-blocker
• Moisturizer 
• Baby wipes
• Heel balm
• Hair brush
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Things required during Hajj days - (Mina, Arafat, Muzdallifah)

• Soap Bar unscented
• Shampoo unscented
• Sleeping bag/sheet and Pillow
• Bag for pebbles
• Musalla
• Light jacket for night at Muzdalifa
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Food Items:

• Water/Juice, dry fruit/nuts, biscuits as you have to wait a lot sometimes at Jeddah airport and to reach at Makkah.