MOSQUES OF MAKKAH, AN ISLAMIC HERITAGE

The word ‘Mosque’ originates from the Arabic word ‘Masjid’, meaning a place of worship for Islam. The Islamic-style of architecture is best represented by ancient structures which still stand tall in all their original glory. The beauty of these incredible architectural marvels is something to behold for every pilgrim. Explore with Anjum Hotel Makkah these 11 most beautiful mosques in at the Holy City of Makkah.

AL-MASJID AL-HARAM

The mosque all Muslims would know by heart and love to be at! Also known as The Holy Mosque, Al-Haram Mosque, Haram al-Sharif, Masjid al-Sharif and the Haram. It is the holiest and largest mosque in the world and the primary destination of the Hajj pilgrimage. Masjid Al Haram has the Kaaba, indoor and outdoor praying areas and holy places like AlSafa, Al Marwan, Muqam Ibrahim, and ZamZam.

AL KHAIF MOSQUE

Masjid al-Khayf is a masjid whose virtues are proven in some Hadith. According to a traceable Hadith of Ibn Abbas may Allah be pleased with him, the Prophet Muhammed (PBUH) said: “Seventy Prophets prayed in Masjid al-Khayf.”

Masjid Al-Ji’ranah

The mosque marks the location where the Prophet (PBUH) entered into Ihram after returning from the Battle of Hunayn. It is one of the designated Miqat points for individuals residing within the area of the Haram who have the intention of performing Hajj or Umrah. 

MASJID NIMRA

Masjid Nimrah is located on the plain of Arafat and was built in the second century of Islam. When the Prophet (PBUH) was at Arafat on his farewell Hajj on the ninth day of Dhul Hijjah 10 AH (632 CE) he camped here. After midday he delivered his famous sermon at Waadi Urana nearby while seated on his camel, after which he led the salah.

Ar-Rayah Mosque 

Masjid al-Rayah, also known as Masjid al-Jowdariyyah, was a masjid which marked the site on which the Prophet (PBUH) erected a flag to commemorate the successful conquest of Makkah. ‘Ar-Rayah’ means ‘flag’ in English.

Al-Hudaibiyah Mosque

Masjid al-Hudaibiyah marks the location of the Treaty of Hudaibiyah, a peace agreement between the Prophet (PBUH) and the Quraysh tribe of Makkah. Currently, known as Al-Syumaisi, the mosque acts as a miqat for Hajj pilgrims who intend to enter into Ihram.  A new structure of mosque is built next to the ruins of old mosque.

MASJID AISHA

Located at a distance of few kilometers from Masjid Al-Haram, Masjid e Aisha is a beautifully constructed mosque. Also known as Masjid at-Tan’eem and and Masjid e Umra, the mosque serves as a place of Miqa’t for pilgrims who visit to perform Hajj or Umrah.

Masjid Al-Mashaer Al-Haram

Al-Mashar Al-Haram Mosque, situated in Muzdalifah, is the holy site where pilgrims stay the night after returning from Arafat. The mosque was rebuilt and was extended over time. This mosque marks the spot where Prophet (PBUH) stayed and supplicated during his farewell pilgrimage.

Masjid Al Bay'ah

Located on the Aqaba hills, Al-Baiah Mosque marks the spot where Ansar of Madinah pledged their allegiance to Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) after hearing the recitations from Quran. The group included twelve leaders from Aws and Khazraj tribes of Madinah. The second such Aqaba Pledge took place thirteen year after the proclamation of Prophethood.

MASJID JINN - Photo

Masjid Jinn, also known as the Mosque of Allegiance and the Mosque of Guards, is built at a place where a group of Jinn gathered one night to hear the recitation of Holy Quran. Prophet (PBUH) drew the line for his companion Abdullah bin Mas’ood (RA) to sit, after he was commanded by Allah to recite Quran to the Jinns. Prophet (PBUH) later met the leaders of these Jinns and accepted their embrace of Islam.

Masjid Al Shajarah

Masjid al-Shajarah or Mosque of the Tree, marks the spot where the Prophet (PBUH) summoned a nearby tree which approached him and stood in front of him, before returning to its place

We pray, at Anjum Hotel Makkah, that after visiting all these sacred mosques, your hands would magically rise up and unite in prayer while your eyes will be awestruck by the wonder in front of it.