Historical Landmarks of Madinah

Masjid Nabawi

The first and foremost place in Medina that most people visit on their Medina trip has to be the Masjid-e-Nabawi. It is considered the second most sacred place for the Islamic people right after Masjid-ul-Haram. In fact, The Prophet is also buried at this spot beneath the green dome.

Masjid Quba

The Quba Mosque in Madinah holds immense significance as the first mosque built by Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) after his migration from Makkah. The Prophet himself participated in its foundation, laying the first stones, while his companions completed its construction.

Masjid Jumaah

Masjid Al Jummah marks the spot where Prophet Muhammad PBUH along with about hundred companions led the first-ever Jummah salah (prayer). It is located near Wadi Rauna and 2.5 km away from the Prophet's (PBUH) Mosque. Masjid Al Jummah holds great significance in the history of Islam.

Masjid Qiblatain

Qiblatain is said to be the place where Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) received the Quranic revelation to change the direction of prayer (Qibla) from Bait Al-Maqdis in Jerusalem to the Holy Ka'bah in Makkah.

Seven Mosque

Masjids are build and named accordingly like Salman Al-Farsi Mosque, Abu Bakr Siddiq Mosque, Umar bin Khattab Mosque, Ali bin Abi Talib Mosque and Fatimah Az-Zahra Mosque. Also, there is al Fatah mosque which is the largest.

Mount Uhud

Mount Uhud, known as the site of the Battle of Uhud, holds significant historical importance in Saudi Arabia. This pivotal battle took place in 625 CE (3 AH) between Muslims and pagan Arabs, with Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) leading the Muslim army.