Are you excited to visit the second holiest city in the world? Do you wish to explore the Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) city fully? Here is a comprehensive guide for you regarding ziyarat places in Madinah.

Masjid-e-Nabawi

Undoubtedly, the glorious Masjid-e-Nabawi tops Madinah’s list of places to visit. People go to Madinah to spend time in this holy mosque. The peace and tranquility in Masjid-e-Nabawi is matchless. The mosque underwent several renovations and expansions to accommodate sprawling numbers of Muslims coming to visit. However, some parts such as Riaz-ul-Jannah, Mehrab-e-Tahajjud, and the house of beloved Bibi Fatimah (RA) are preserved in their original state. Offer salutations to the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) at Roza-e-Rasool and earn Allah’s blessings.

Jannat-al-Baqi

One of the best places to visit in Madinah is Jannat-ul-Baqi where hundreds of companions of Prophet Muhammad are laid to rest. People come to Janant-ul-Baqi to pay homage to these valiant and brave companions and their families. Friday is an ideal day to come to Jannat-ul-Baqi.

Masjid-e-Quba

Masjid-e-Quba is the oldest mosque in Madinah. It is the second-largest mosque after Masjid-e-Nabawi. Our holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) initiated the construction of this mosque which was made with grass and mud. With time, people renovated and extended the mosque several times. Pilgrims and tourists visit the mosque and spend quality time worshipping.

Mount Uhud

Also known as Jabl-e-Uhud, it is where the Battle of Uhud took place. It is located at a distance of 5km to the north of Madinah. Muslims defied Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) commands and suffered great losses in the battle. Pilgrims and tourists can see historical monuments and graves around the mountain. It is one of the best tourist spots in Madinah which gives a panoramic view of the city from the top.

Masjid-al-Qiblatain

Masjid-al-Qiblatain is one of the best places to visit in Madinah for its unique history. It is the place where the first-ever congregational prayers took place. The construction of this mosque took place during the lifetime of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). Another unique fact about this mosque is that it is the only mosque in the world to have two qiblas, hence coined the name “Qiblatain”. It was built at the time when the qibla was changed from Jerusalem to Makkah, making it have two qibla walls, one facing Jerusalem and the other facing Makkah. Muslims today visit the holy mosque and offer prayers.

The Garden of Hazrat Salman Farsi (RA)

Hazrat Salman Farsi was one of the most devoted companions of Prophet Muhamad (PBUH). He traveled from Iran searching for divine truth and accepted Islam when he met Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). However, he was a slave of a Jew at that time. He pleaded with his master to set him. Very reluctantly he agreed to free him on two conditions. Firstly, Hazrat Salman Farsi would give him forty ounces of gold. Secondly, he would grow a date garden. The conditions seemed difficult to fulfill. In despair, Hazrat Salman Farsi (RA) went to Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) handed him a gold stone weighing 40 ounces which he handed over to his master. Then Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) asked Hazrat Salman Farsi (RA) to prepare the field to grow date trees. He did as he was instructed. Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) sown the date seeds. Within a year, the date trees started to fruit at a miraculous pace. Eventually, Hazrat Salman (RA) became free.

Even today the garden stands, producing tonnes of dates in Madinah. It is one of the best tourist spots in Madinah, Saudi Arabia. People come here to purchase the best quality dates in the world. There are numerous other stalls to have a local experience.

Khyber Fort

Located 175km away from Madinah, this historical landmark reminiscences the bravery and courage of the Muslims. It was the strongest fort of the Jews where they sought protection. For many days, Muslims surrounded the fort and tried to conquer it, but in vain. Then Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) commanded Hazrat Ali (RA) to take the lead. He killed three Jewish army leaders, eventually making the Muslims successful. Tourists and pilgrims visit this fort to commemorate the brave companions who fought relentlessly.