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Hijaz & the Arabian Peninsula
Masjid an-Nabawi
Madinah, Saudi Arabia
The second of the Two Sanctuaries, containing the Rawdah and the Prophet's resting place, known for its towering minarets and moving canopies. A prayer in it is better than a thousand prayers elsewhere.
Story & history
Built of mud brick and palm fronds in the first year of migration; its building passed from Uthman ibn Affan to the Ottoman sultans and the modern sliding umbrellas, and its area today holds hundreds of thousands in one prayer.
Getting there
Pin the site on the map or head straight there with your maps app; opening hours and access vary by season.
Quick facts
- Its modern canopies open and close automatically
- The Green Dome is its highest marker
- The Rawdah lies between his home and minbar
Visiting tip
Visiting outside peak seasons is calmer and more serene.