Historical Sites in Madinah

3 places for pilgrims

Mount Uhud

Historical

جبل أحد

The mountain north of Madinah where the Battle of Uhud took place in 3 AH (625 CE). The Prophet (SAW) said, 'Uhud is a mountain that loves us and we love it.' The graves of the martyrs of Uhud, including Hamza ibn Abdul-Muttalib (RA), the Prophet's uncle, are located at the base of the mountain.

Tips

-Located about 5 km north of Masjid an-Nabawi
-Visit the Shuhada (Martyrs) cemetery at the base of the mountain
-The mountain itself does not need to be climbed for any religious purpose
-Visit during cooler parts of the day. The area is largely exposed with little shade

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Sahih al-Bukhari 4083 (Sahih)

Masjid al-Qiblatayn

Historical

مسجد القبلتين

The Mosque of the Two Qiblahs, where the Prophet (SAW) received the revelation to change the direction of prayer from Masjid al-Aqsa in Jerusalem to the Ka'bah in Makkah (Quran 2:144). This event occurred in 2 AH (624 CE), about 16 months after the Hijrah. The mosque has been renovated and expanded significantly.

Tips

-Located about 4 km northwest of Masjid an-Nabawi
-The mosque is small but historically significant
-Accessible by taxi or ride-hailing apps
-Pray two rakahs when visiting

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Quran 2:144

Site of the Battle of the Trench

Historical

غزوة الخندق

The location where the Companions (RA) dug a trench on the advice of Salman al-Farisi (RA) to defend Madinah against the confederate army in 5 AH (627 CE). Also known as the Battle of al-Ahzab (the Confederates). The event is referenced in Surah al-Ahzab. Some remnants and markers of the trench area can still be seen near Masjid al-Fath (Mosque of Victory).

Tips

-The area includes several small mosques collectively known as the Seven Mosques
-Masjid al-Fath (Mosque of Victory) is the largest and most prominent
-Located northwest of Masjid an-Nabawi, about 3 km away
-A guided tour can provide more historical context about the battle

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Quran 33:9-27