Visiting zone

Other Notable Sites

Additional mosques, mountains, and landmarks scattered across the wider Madinah area.

Estimated visiting time: 2-3 hours

Suggested visiting order

Masjid Misbah Jabal Ayr (Mount Ayr)Masjid Bani Haram Al-Manaratain Mosque Wadi al-Jinn Masjid al-Mighaisalah Masjid Bani Abd al-Ashhal Masjid al-Subaih

Sites in this zone

10 sites

Masjid Misbah

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.

1.0 km

Jabal Ayr (Mount Ayr)

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.

10 km

Masjid Bani Haram

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.

2 km

Al-Manaratain Mosque

Located on the highway to Mecca near al-Anbariya. Named for its two distinctive towers/minarets. Expanded in 2003 under King Fahd.

3 km

A valley approximately 30km northwest of Madinah featuring an anti-gravity hill optical illusion where vehicles appear to roll uphill. Popular for day trips and outdoor activities. Not a religious site but a notable natural phenomenon near Madinah.

33 km

Masjid al-Mighaisalah

Historic mosque located in the Al-Mughaisilah neighborhood, one of the oldest neighborhoods in Madinah. The area is now part of the Al-Hayy Heritage District.

0.9 km

Masjid Bani Abd al-Ashhal

Historic mosque in the northeastern part of Madinah. Associated with the Bani Abd al-Ashhal clan who were early converts to Islam. The clan's leader Sa'd ibn Mu'adh (RA) was one of the most prominent Ansar companions.

3 km

Masjid al-Subaih

One of the historic mosques of Madinah located northwest of Masjid Nabawi. Associated with early Islamic history and the companions of the Prophet.

0.5 km

Mount Thawr

Mount Thawr of Madinah (not to be confused with the more famous Mount Thawr near Makkah) is located north of the city and serves as one of the sacred boundary markers of Madinah's Haram. It is a less-visited site that appeals to those seeking a comprehensive understanding of Madinah's sacred geography. The mountain is in a more remote, undeveloped area on the outskirts of the city.

7 km

Beautiful Names of Allah Exhibition

The Beautiful Names of Allah Exhibition is a modern, interactive experience that takes visitors on a journey through the 99 names (attributes) of Allah using stunning visual displays, calligraphy, multimedia presentations, and carefully curated explanations. The exhibition space features contemporary design with atmospheric lighting and immersive audio-visual elements. It is designed to deepen spiritual understanding and create a contemplative experience for visitors of all ages.

1.5 km

Printable route sheet

The same route, laid out for paper: every stop in visiting order with its Arabic name, transliteration, category, distance from the Haram, visit duration and map reference. Everything above stays free to read on screen.

Ziyarah route sheet