Madinah at a glance
| Distance from Makkah | 450 km, 2h 10m by rail |
|---|---|
| Typical stay | 3-4 nights |
| Rawdah permit | Free, via Nusuk, one per 30 days |
| Summer high | 42°C |
What to see
Masjid an-Nabawi
The Prophet's Mosque, the Rawdah and the green dome. Rawdah access requires a timed Nusuk permit.
Masjid Quba
The first mosque built in Islam, 5 km south. Two rakah here is widely reported to carry the reward of an Umrah.
Mount Uhud
The battlefield and the martyrs' cemetery, 6 km north.
Masjid al-Qiblatayn
Where the qiblah changed direction from Jerusalem to Makkah.
The date markets
Ajwa, Sukkari and Mabroom. Buy at the wholesale end rather than the airport.
Questions
What is there to see in Madinah?
Masjid an-Nabawi: The Prophet's Mosque, the Rawdah and the green dome. Rawdah access requires a timed Nusuk permit. Masjid Quba: The first mosque built in Islam, 5 km south. Two rakah here is widely reported to carry the reward of an Umrah. Mount Uhud: The battlefield and the martyrs' cemetery, 6 km north.
How long should I spend in Madinah?
3-4 nights. Masjid an-Nabawi, the Rawdah permit system, and a city that moves at half Makkah's pace.