Makkah, the birthplace of Prophet Muhammad and where the Quran was revealed, is a pivotal city in Islam. It hosts the annual Hajj pilgrimage, one of the five pillars of Islam, and welcomes millions for the Umrah pilgrimage year-round. Key sites include Al Masjid Al Haram, the largest mosque in the world, and the historic Masjid-e-Aisha. Beyond its spiritual significance, visitors can explore the Makkah Museum’s pre-Islamic artifacts or shop and play at Makkah Mall.
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Makkah: The Soul of Spirituality
Makkah is a city where every step echoes with faith and offers profound moments of reflection, peace, and connection. Pilgrims from across the globe come throughout the year to perform Umrah and Hajj, immersing themselves in the spiritual essence of sacred landmarks like Jabal Al-Nour and the Hira Cave, the birthplace of revelation. Overlooking the Holy Mosque, the majestic Clock Tower offers breathtaking views of the Grand Mosque, which captures the heart of this sacred city from above.
Experience Spirituality of Umrah. An official interactive learning guide for pilgrims where you can find all the essential information about Hajj, Umrah, Makkah, and Madinah.
Cultural Heritage
Ain Zubaidah is a great archeological site of wonderful geometric design in Makkah. It reflects great care for pilgrims throughout history, as it is the oldest network used for providing pilgrims and travelers with water for 1200 years.
Ain Zubaidah includes a network of water conduits that carry rainwater from Al-Kar Mountains to the east of Makkah, to the holy sites and some residential areas in Makkah. These 30-kilometer-long conduits go through valleys and mountains, and some parts are 40 meters in depth. Along the course of water, there are 132 inspection chambers. Water is stored in underground tanks, called “bazanat”, while there are sub-conduits for torrents that feed into water carried through the main conduit.
Visitors can explore the conduits of Ain Zubaidah in various locations in Makkah, including Al-Kar Mountains, Mashaar Arafa, western and southern mountainsides between Arafat and Muzdalifah and the district of Al-Aziziyah.
Al Masjed Al Haram
Al Masjid Al Haram in Makkah holds a sacred place in the hearts of over two billion Muslims around the world. At its center stands the revered Kaaba, the Qiblah toward which Muslims face in prayer. This spiritual sanctuary has been a focal point of devotion since the earliest days of humanity, drawing millions each year who come to perform Hajj, Umrah, and daily prayers in a place steeped in peace, reverence, and divine significance.
Please note: Al Masjid Al Haram is open exclusively to Muslims.
Clock Tower Museum
In a unique experience that blends science and faith, the Makkah Clock Tower Museum takes you on a journey through time and the universe, where you discover the development of the Hijri calendar, the precision of prayer time calculations and crescent observation, and the connection between Earth and the heavens from a fascinating scientific perspective. The museum features four interactive floors showcasing the latest visual and auditory technologies, with captivating astronomical displays that simulate the movement of planets and stars, as well as a variety of scientific experiments and exhibits. The journey concludes with an unforgettable panoramic view of the Holy Kaaba and the Grand Mosque from the highest point in Makkah.
Hira Cultural District
A significant cultural and tourist attraction located next to Jabal Al-Nour, home of Hira Cave. It tells the story of the divine revelation and offers insights into the historical importance of the mountain and the cave. Hira Cultural District enriches visitors’ cultural and educational experiences through its diverse facilities. Hira Cultural District Facilities include:
- Hira Garden and other facilities
- The Revelation Gallery
- Museum of the Holy Quran
- The way up to the cave
- The Cultural Library
- Visitor Center
- Commercial facilities
