Places to visit in Mecca and Tourist Attractions in Mecca

Best Tourist Attractions In Mecca: Mecca is the birthplace of Prophet Muhammad; peace and blessings be upon him. The holiest city of Islam. Only Muslims are allowed to enter the city of Makkah, which is located in the desert valley of the Ṣirat Mountains in western Saudi Arabia. After completing the holy pilgrimage, one may visit the tourist attractions in Makkah, which take pilgrims through the rich history of the city and the city Islam. There are many historic, beautiful places/attractions in the holy city of Makkah, some of which are listed below:



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Masjid- Al Haram

Masjid: Al Haram meaning 'The Forbidden Mosque,' is the biggest mosque in the world. It is also known as the Great or Grand Mosque. and Holy Kaaba is the heart of the mosque, Where Muslims circumambulate in an anticlockwise direction while remembering Allah and reciting duas. Who initially believed that the mosque was built by angels before the creation of humankind, as God wanted a place of worship on Earth that is a reflection of heaven. But as per Islamic facts, it was built by Ibrahim and his son on the orders of Allah.

A black stone is located on the eastern corner of the Kaaba and is believed to be the only vestige of the original structure made by Prophet Ibrahim. Peace and blessings are upon him. Over the years, the Haram has been rebuilt and restored many times under the rule of various kings and Caliphs.

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Jabal-al-Noor

Also known as the Mountain of Light, Jabal al Noor is a mountain located near Makkah in the Hejaz region of Saudi Arabia. It is believed that Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, meditated in a cave named Ghar-e-Hira, located in the mountain. In the cave of Hira, the Prophet received his first revelation of the Holy Quran in the sacred month of Ramadan.

Mount Arafat

Mount Arafat is a small hill in Makkah. It is also known as Jabal-ar-Rahmah, which means the Mountain of Mercy. It is believed that it is here that Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, preached his followers of Hajj for the last time towards the end of his life. Therefore it is an important part of the Hajj pilgrimage. 

Jannat-al-Mualla

Jannat-al-Mualla meaning the 'Most Exalted Paradise,' is an ancient burial place where the Prophet's ancestors are buried. It is located to the north of Al-Masjid Al-Haram, and near the Mosque of the Jinn in Makkah.

Masjid-e-Ayesha

Also Known as Masjid e Taneem, Masjid-e-Ayesha is the second-largest mosque in Makkah. It is located 10 km away from Masjid-al-Haram. The mosque is where Ummul-Mu'mineen Aisha, peace and blessings are upon her, assumed Ihram (a state of sanctification assumed by Muslims to perform a pilgrimage). 

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Masjid Al Bay'ah

This mosque is located outside Makkah and is also known as the Mosque of 'Aqaba Hill. It is the site where tribal leaders pledged their loyalty to Muhammad, which led to the migration of the Prophet, peace, and blessings be upon him, to the city.

The City of Mina

 The city of Mina is known as the city of tents and is located in the Masha'er district. It is a valley located 6 kilometers east of the Masjid al-Haram in Makkah. The Jamarat or the three stone pillars which pilgrims pelt as part of the rituals of Hajj is situated here. Hence, it is one of the government's biggest projects and serves accommodation to the pilgrims of Hajj.

Masjid al- Khayf

 Al-Khayf Mosque is built at the foot of the Safaieh (Sabih) mountain in Mina. Khayf means the feet of the mountain, and that's how the mosque gets its name. It is an important mosque where the Prophet, peace, and blessings are upon him, performed prayer, and delivered one of the speeches.

Safa and Marwa

Safa is a small mountain located at the bottom of Abu Qubais Mountain. It is the starting point for the Hajj and Umrah rituals of Sa'ee. Marwa is another small mountain of white stone, located 300 meters northeast of the Ka'bah and is connected to Mountain Qaiqan. Muslims walk back and forth between Safa and Marwa seven times to memorialize Bibi Hagar's love for her son Ismail and the belief in Allah.

Al-Zaher Palace Museum

This museum in Makkah exhibits the history of Makkah and various archaeological collections. Here, one can also find traces of the origins of Islamic calligraphy. It is a beautiful museum that displays excellent Islamic architecture.

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Ta'if

Situated in the Al Sarawat Mountains 100km east of Mecca is a flourishing city that's abundant with green grass, lush trees, and blooming flowers. And Spring rains and mild climate make it a favorite destination for locals and tourists coming to Makkah.

Jabal Thawr

Jabal Thawr is a mountain that surrounds the valley where Mecca is situated. It is here in a cave that The Prophet, peace, and blessings be upon his companion Abu Bakr, and peace be upon him, took refuge for three days from the army of the Quraish tribe.

Masjid Al-Jinn

As per the locals on this spot, Prophet Muhammad, and peace be upon him, recited the Quran to the Jinn tribe, who then embraced Islam and became believers.

Abraj Al-Bait Towers

The towers are owned by the government and are a part of the King Abdulaziz Endowment Project. The towers are a complex of seven scraper hotels in Makkah. The places to visit in Makkah mentioned above are the best way to become familiar. With the history and culture of Makkah and that of the kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Visiting these sacred and historical places builds faith in the religion and completes one's purpose of journey to the holy city.

 

 

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