MAKKAH
The holiest city in Islam and the birthplace of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him)
Holy Site
Makkah is the holiest city for Muslims. It embraces Masjid Al Haram (the Great Mosque) and Kaaba, the qiblah for Muslims to which they turn in their prayers. Muslims yearn to visit Makkah to perform Hajj or Umrah. In this city, Prophet Muhammad, the most honorable of creation, the seal of the prophets and messengers, our master Muhammad, peace be upon him, was born, and from it, the tolerant message of Islam was launched to all corners of the world after the Holy Quran was revealed. Makkah is located in the western part of Saudi Arabia. During the reign of the kings of Saudi Arabia, it received great interest. Makkah still enjoys great attention to provide the best services to pilgrims. Its most prominent landmark, Masjid Al Haram, witnessed many expansions that included all parts of the mosque, and the holy sites received a series of development works to provide all means of comfort and reassurance for all pilgrims from inside and outside the Kingdom.
The Grand Mosque of Makkah
Makkah is the Sanctuary of Allah
Allah singled out Makkah and honored it over all parts of the world. One of the greatest signs is that it is His sanctuary.
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Makkah the Qiblah of Muslims
Honorable Makkah is the best place on earth and the most beloved place to Allah and His Messenger.
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Sections of the Grand Mosque
The Grand Mosque of Makkah consists of several important sections including the Ka'bah Courtyard and the Abbasid Corridor.
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Courtyards of the Grand Mosque
The Grand Mosque is surrounded by courtyards designed to facilitate the entry of pilgrims and worshipers.
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Milestones of the Circumambulation Courtyard
The circumambulation area is the courtyard tiled with white marble, which surrounds the Noble Ka'bah.
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The Ka'bah is the Sacred House of Allah, and the greatest building for Muslims with a glorious history.
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The circumambulation building comprises multiple floors to accommodate the large number of pilgrims.
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Al-Masa'a is the area between the hills of As-Safa and Al-Marwah where pilgrims perform the Sa'i ritual.
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Zamzam well is located 21 meters to the east of the Ka'bah and has great historical and spiritual significance.
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