Top 15 Amazing Places to Visit in Madina
Madinah is among the 2nd of three holiest cities of Islam. That’s why Madina Ziyarath and Visit are done by every pilgrim arriving in Makkah for umrah or hajj through tailor made Umrah packages. It’s the city of our Prophet Hazrat Muhammad (SAWW), therefore holds an exceptional place in the heart of every Muslim.
Here are the top 15 places to visit in Madinah.
Masjid-al-Nabawi (SAWW).
It’s the second-largest, beautiful as well as the second most revered mosque of Islam. Masjid-al-Nabawi houses many sacred things and it is also the resting place of Hazrat Muhammad (SAWW).
Masjid-e-Quba.
Masjid-e-Quba was the 1st mosque of Islam. It was built by Hazrat Muhammad (SAWW) himself. Its significance is that Allah Almighty has also mentioned it in the Quran.
Uhud Mountain.
Uhud mountain has a strong historical and religious association with Islam; the Battle of Uhud took place here.
Masjid-al-Ahzaab.
Near the western corner of Jabal Sala, Masjid-al-Ahzaab is exactly at the place where enemies attacked Madinah.
Al-Madinah Museum.
Al-Madinah Museum remains dedicated to the portrayal of History and culture of the holy cities of Makkah and Madinah as well as of Islam.
Old Market of Madinah.
Old Market Madinah is a great place to shop for handicrafts and some of the best souvenirs of the land.
Wadi-e-Jinn.
It’s a valley that exhibits many strange phenomena. Famously, the running of cars at a speed of 120 Km/h on their own!
Yanbu.
With pretty beaches, water sports, and aquatic landscapes, Yanbu is a popular tourist spot in Madinah city.
Madian Saleh.
It’s a UNESCO World Heritage site; about hundreds of monumental tombs and thousands of graves with ancient inscriptions and cave drawings.
Masjid-al-Qiblatayn.
It’s the masjid where Hazrat Muhammad (SAWW) received revelation from Allah Almighty to change Qibla Direction; from Bait-al-Muqadas to Holy Kaabah.
Madinah Media Museum.
Islamic history through visual storytelling, Madinah Media Museum is one great place to learn about the history of Islam and the cities of Makkah and Madinah.
Jannat-ul-Baqi.
It’s the holy graveyard where many close companions including some members of the family of Hazrat Muhammad (SAWW) are resting.
Garden of Salman Farsi (RA).
It is the place where Prophet Hazrat Muhammad (SAWW) planted 300 date palms to liberate Hazrat Salman Farsi (RA) from slavery.
Islamic University.
Founded in 1961 by the government of Saudi Arabia, Islamic university specializes in the majority of Islamic subjects. 80% of its students are those who have come from overseas for learning.
Madinah Malls.
Malls of Madinah are a great complement to your Shopping in the city. From branded shops to local goods, you can buy everything here.
Therefore, when visiting Madinah through your Ramadan umrah packages 2020 UK, these are some of the recommended places to go to for Ziyarath and exploration of the city.
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