Madinah is the second holiest city in Islam and shares a great association with Islamic history. Every year, millions of pilgrims arriving in Makkah with their Umrah packages Bradford for the holy rituals also come to Madinah to pay respect to Roza-e-Rasool (SAWW) present here. While no rituals of Umrah are associated with Madinah, pilgrims visit this holy city in the love of the Holy Prophet Hazrat Muhammad (SAWW) after the performance of holy rituals in Makkah.
Here are the top 12 places to see and explore in Madinah.
1. Masjid Al Nabawi (SAWW):
Masjid-al-Nabawi (SAWW), also known as The Prophet’s (SAWW) Mosque, is the second largest and second holiest mosque of the Islamic religion in the entire world. Built by the Holy Prophet (SAWW) after he migrated to Madinah, Masjid-al-Nabawi stands as one of the greatest sites of Islam with a capacity to accommodate up to a million worshipers.
The significance of Masjid-al-Nabawi is also because Roza-e-Rasool (SAWW) is also present within its premises along with Riyadh ul Jannah and other sacred places.
During the time of the Holy Prophet (SAWW), Masjid-al-Nabawi was more than just a mosque. It served as a;
- Community centre.
- Court of law.
- Educational institute.
2. Yanbu Beach:
Yanbu Beach is situated in Yanbu city which is at a distance of approximately 231km from Madinah city. This beach offers a scenic desert and sand dunes along the Red Sea.
3. Dar Al Madinah Museum:
Located in Knowledge Economic City, Dar Al Madinah Museum houses nearly 2,000 rare artefacts that exemplary capture the heritage of Madinah City. Consisting of 14 galleries, this museum efficiently highlights the different aspects of Madinah’s history, religion, culture, and art.
4. Mount Uhud:
A site of great religious significance because Ghazwa-e-Uhud (the Battle of Uhud) took place here. Pilgrims visit Mount Uhud to learn about the historical battle that shaped Islamic history along with the exploration of mountains and its scenic valleys.
5. Jannatul Baaqi:
Jannat-ul-Baqi is Madinah’s oldest and largest cemetery. Present right next to Masjid Al Nabawi (SAWW) in Madinah, it spans over 175,000 square meters and has nearly 10,000 graves including Holy Prophet Hazrat Muhammad (SAWW) family members and companions.
6. Masjid Al Qiblatayn:
Masjid-al-Qiblatayn, also known as ‘The Mosque of the two Qiblas’ is also a must-visit in Madinah. It is the mosque where Holy Prophet Hazrat Muhammad (SAWW) received the command to change the Qibla Direction from Bait-al-Muqadas to Holy Kaabah in Makkah while leading a prayer.
Revelation came as per the will of Allah Almighty and the Prophet (SAWW) changed the direction of prayer. It is the only mosque in the world that has two mihrabs, indicating the direction of prayer.
7. Hejaz Railway Museum:
Hejaz Railway Museum is situated in a former Ottoman-era railway station and exhibits different artefacts that are mostly from the time of Holy Prophet Muhammed (SAWW) till the Ottoman era. It also provides insights for the visitors into the transportation system used in the city during that time.
8. Masjid Quba:
Masjid-e-Quba stands out because it was the first mosque ever to be built in the name of Islam. Allah Almighty has also mentioned about this mosque in the Holy Quran and its foundation was laid by the Holy Prophet Hazrat Muhammad (SAWW) himself. Praying here holds great rewards, and that’s why pilgrims visit this mosque on their tour of Madinah city.
9. Battle of Badr Site:
The historic site where Ghazwa-e-Badr (the Battle of Badr) took place is present in Madinah, within the town of Badr lying on the outskirts of a city with valley and mountains.
10. Al Noor Mall:
Present just 15 minutes away from Masjid Al Nabawi (SAWW), Al Noor Mall is a vibrant shopping centre that features;
- High-end branded outlets.
- Gaming sections.
- Food courts.
- An overall relaxing ambience.
11. Masjid Ghamama:
A significant religious site, Masjid Ghamama is where Holy Prophet Hazrat Muhammad (SAWW) offered prayer for rain. Its location is near Al Masjid Al Nabawi, accessible for pilgrims to explore the historical site,Top Benefits and Spiritual Rewards.
12. The Seven Mosques – Battle of Khandaq Site:
A group of seven mosques built near the site of the Ghazwa-e-Khandaq (the Battle of Khandaq/Trench), offers insights into the historic battle. These mosques are namely;
- Masjid-al-Fath.
- Masjid Salman Farsi
- Masjid AbuBakr Siddiq.
- Masjid Omar bin Khattab.
- Masjid Ali bin AbuTalib.
- Masjid Fatima.
- Masjid-e-Khandaq (combination of all these 6 mosques).
These are among the top 12 places in Madinah that you can visit with cheap halal holidays.