Al-Awjam (Arabic:الأوجام) (locally known as Lājām ) is a town in the Qatif Governorate, located in the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia.
Overview Al-Awjam and, like most cities in the region, is home to a large Shia Muslim population. This contrasts with the majority of Saudis, who are Sunni. As a result, sectarian tensions exist, especially during the Shia holy day of Ashura: however, the conflict has reportedly eased since 2005. See also List of governorates of Saudi Arabia List of cities and towns in Saudi Arabia
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