Masjid Misbah
مسجد مصباح
Masjid Misbah
Overview
Located north of Masjid Nabawi. According to tradition, this is where the first Fajr prayer was prayed upon the Prophet's arrival in Madinah. Ottoman-era structure from approximately 1850 CE.
Historical significance
Located north of Masjid Nabawi. According to tradition, this is where the first Fajr prayer was prayed upon the Prophet's arrival in Madinah. Ottoman-era structure from approximately 1850 CE.
Nearby sites
جبل عير
The second largest mountain in Madinah after Uhud. Marks the southern boundary of the sacred precincts of Madinah (the Haram). Visible from various parts of the city.
مسجد بني حرام
Located in the al-Fath area, west of Jabal Sala'. Associated with the Bani Haram clan dwelling. Tradition records a food multiplication miracle at this location.
مسجد المنارتين
Located on the highway to Mecca near al-Anbariya. Named for its two distinctive towers/minarets. Expanded in 2003 under King Fahd.