Spiritual and Religious Sanctity: The Essence of Saudi Arabia

Makkah

Makkah, also known as Mecca, is one of the holiest cities in Islam, located in the western part of Saudi Arabia. It holds immense religious significance as the birthplace of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and the site of the Kaaba, the most sacred structure in Islam. Every year, millions of Muslims from around the world travel to Makkah to perform the Hajj pilgrimage, one of the Five Pillars of Islam. The city’s central location in the Islamic world, its deep historical roots, and its status as a spiritual center make it a focal point for Muslim worship and devotion.

Ziyarat in Makkah

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Masjid Al-Haram (Kaaba)

The most sacred site in Islam, where millions of Muslims perform Hajj and Umrah annually

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Jannatul Mualla Cemetery

The ancient cemetery where many relatives of Prophet Muhammad are buried, including his first wife, Khadijah.

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Jabal Al-Nour

The mountain containing the cave where Prophet Muhammad received his first revelation

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Masjid Al-Jinn

A mosque that marks the spot where a group of jinn are said to have accepted Islam after hearing the Quran.

Hotels in Makkah

Movenpick Hotel and Residence Hajar Tower

Museums in Makkah

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King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Zamzam Water Project

Construction of water purification station to preserve properties of Zamzam water.

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Hira Cultural Center

The story of revelation and provides information about the mountain, the cave, and their historical significance.

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The Kiswa Factory

Experience a unique experience in weaving and embroidering the Kiswa of the Kaaba.

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Institute of Manuscripts and Islamic Heritage

The center has twenty thousand Islamic manuscripts from various parts of the world in its early stages.