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Obligation of Tearing Garments at the Western Wall on Rosh Chodesh

Question

Is a person who arrives at the Western Wall on Rosh Chodesh obligated to tear their garments as usual?

Answer

Yes.

Source

Orach Chaim, Siman 561

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