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Originally Posted by Zerton
what is up with the tents on top...  |
Having seen an up-close image of some of the "tents"...They appear to be outdoor/rooftop seating areas of some sort. This type of canvas roofing is quite common, particularly in large outdoor gathering places.
Remember, the average temperature for Mecca is high year-round and shade is welcome! Even in November, average temps are 94F and 73F for the low. Record highs are 100F+ for every month of the year except January.
Average Number of Days/Year Above 90F/32C: 298!
http://www.weatherbase.com - Mecca
From that perspective, it might be a good thing to have a giant skycraper shadow for the crowds of pilgrims.