Iraq: Drone footage captures hundreds of pilgrims heading to Karbala for Arbaeen

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Crowds of Shia pilgrims Muslims from Baghdad started the traditional long trek to the holy city of Karbala ahead of the Arbaeen pilgrimage, as seen in drone footage captured on Monday.

Arbaeen marks the anniversary of the martyrdom of Imam Al-Hussein, grandson of Prophet Muhammad. Many pilgrims traditionally walk from Baghdad to Karbala for a 90-kilometre (55 mile) trek.

Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, scores of people could be seen wearing masks or observing social distancing rules.

Millions of Shiites from all over the world usually take part in this pilgrimage but the COVID-19 related travel restrictions mean few foreigners can enter the country.

"In fact, you can notice on terms of the number of visitors there is no difference, we've been serving here for five-six years but the only difference this year is that foreign visitors cannot enter. As for the Iraqis, you see the same numbers, the crowds, and the same services provided," said pilgrim Wali.

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