Guidebook on a spiritual visit to Makkah
Sightseeing
Called the “Mountain of Light” or “Hill of Illumination,” Jabal Al Nour is famous for its Hira cave, where the Prophet Mohamed (PBUH) received the first of his many revelations. This rocky peak is visible for many kilometers around. Its significance in Islamic history, along with soaring views of Makkah and the Holy Mosque from its summit, make Jabal Al Nour a popular spot for pilgrims.
Jabal Al Nour is a short drive northwest of the Old City. As the sun and heat are intense during the day, most travelers and pilgrims attempt the summit at dawn, dusk or in the evening. Depending on your physical abilities, the climb takes anywhere from 45 minutes to 3 hours. Be sure to bring plenty of water and, if climbing when it’s dark, a flashlight.
After ascending about 1,200 steps, you will reach the summit and the Hira cave, marked by a sign painted on stone. Thankfully, the descent is not nearly as difficult.
Jabal Al Nour is a short drive northwest of the Old City. As the sun and heat are intense during the day, most travelers and pilgrims attempt the summit at dawn, dusk or in the evening. Depending on your physical abilities, the climb takes anywhere from 45 minutes to 3 hours. Be sure to bring plenty of water and, if climbing when it’s dark, a flashlight.
After ascending about 1,200 steps, you will reach the summit and the Hira cave, marked by a sign painted on stone. Thankfully, the descent is not nearly as difficult.
Jabal al-Nour
Called the “Mountain of Light” or “Hill of Illumination,” Jabal Al Nour is famous for its Hira cave, where the Prophet Mohamed (PBUH) received the first of his many revelations. This rocky peak is visible for many kilometers around. Its significance in Islamic history, along with soaring views of Makkah and the Holy Mosque from its summit, make Jabal Al Nour a popular spot for pilgrims.
Jabal Al Nour is a short drive northwest of the Old City. As the sun and heat are intense during the day, most travelers and pilgrims attempt the summit at dawn, dusk or in the evening. Depending on your physical abilities, the climb takes anywhere from 45 minutes to 3 hours. Be sure to bring plenty of water and, if climbing when it’s dark, a flashlight.
After ascending about 1,200 steps, you will reach the summit and the Hira cave, marked by a sign painted on stone. Thankfully, the descent is not nearly as difficult.
Jabal Al Nour is a short drive northwest of the Old City. As the sun and heat are intense during the day, most travelers and pilgrims attempt the summit at dawn, dusk or in the evening. Depending on your physical abilities, the climb takes anywhere from 45 minutes to 3 hours. Be sure to bring plenty of water and, if climbing when it’s dark, a flashlight.
After ascending about 1,200 steps, you will reach the summit and the Hira cave, marked by a sign painted on stone. Thankfully, the descent is not nearly as difficult.
Jabal Thawr is one of the mountains that surround the valley where Makkah lies. It was within a cave here that The Prophet (PBUH) and his companion Abu Bakr (RA) hid for three days from the Quraish tribe. To protect the two men, Allah (SWT) had a spider spin a web at the cave’s entrance, preventing their enemies from seeing within and finding them. Thawr Cave has since come to symbolize faith and hope
Thowr Mountain
Jabal Thawr is one of the mountains that surround the valley where Makkah lies. It was within a cave here that The Prophet (PBUH) and his companion Abu Bakr (RA) hid for three days from the Quraish tribe. To protect the two men, Allah (SWT) had a spider spin a web at the cave’s entrance, preventing their enemies from seeing within and finding them. Thawr Cave has since come to symbolize faith and hope
Visits
The Kaaba has a long history of being covered and adorned. Tradition says it was either the Prophet Ismail (SAW) or a grandfather of Prophet Mohamed (PBUH) who first placed the cloth curtain – called the Kiswa – upon the Ancient House.
Over the centuries, the Kaaba’s coverings have been made in a variety of fabrics and colors. Today, this sacred duty falls to a special government-owned factory in Makkah. A multitude of artisans design, dye, weave, print and embroider the Kiswa. Great care is taken in crafting both its outer black silk curtain and inner green silk lining.
8308 Old Makkah Jeddah Rd
8308 Old Makkah Jeddah RoadThe Kaaba has a long history of being covered and adorned. Tradition says it was either the Prophet Ismail (SAW) or a grandfather of Prophet Mohamed (PBUH) who first placed the cloth curtain – called the Kiswa – upon the Ancient House.
Over the centuries, the Kaaba’s coverings have been made in a variety of fabrics and colors. Today, this sacred duty falls to a special government-owned factory in Makkah. A multitude of artisans design, dye, weave, print and embroider the Kiswa. Great care is taken in crafting both its outer black silk curtain and inner green silk lining.
Aisha Mosque, also known as Taneem Mosque (Masjid e Taneem), is a popular destination for pilgrims, especially locals who are beginning their Hajj or Umrah journeys. This is where Aisha (SAW), the beloved wife of Mohamed (PBUH), prepared to enter Ihram.
The Holy Prophet (PBUH) said, “”Part of the worship of Hajj and Umrah is to travel in the way of Allah (SWT) and to go out of the city.”” Thus, this mosque serves as a miqat, or a place for adorning Ihram clothing. As such, Masjid e Taneem is equipped with a large number of washrooms and bathing facilities.
Masjid Ayesha Miqat For Makkah
Aisha Mosque, also known as Taneem Mosque (Masjid e Taneem), is a popular destination for pilgrims, especially locals who are beginning their Hajj or Umrah journeys. This is where Aisha (SAW), the beloved wife of Mohamed (PBUH), prepared to enter Ihram.
The Holy Prophet (PBUH) said, “”Part of the worship of Hajj and Umrah is to travel in the way of Allah (SWT) and to go out of the city.”” Thus, this mosque serves as a miqat, or a place for adorning Ihram clothing. As such, Masjid e Taneem is equipped with a large number of washrooms and bathing facilities.