Makkah
Information about Masjid al-Haram, local etiquette, and accommodation near the Haram.
Makkah, the birthplace of Prophet Muhammad and where the Quran was revealed, is a pivotal city in Islam. It hosts the annual Hajj pilgrimage, one of the five pillars of Islam, and welcomes millions for the Umrah pilgrimage year-round. Key sites include Al Masjid Al Haram, the largest mosque in the world, and the historic Masjid-e-Aisha. Beyond its spiritual significance, visitors can explore the Makkah Museum's pre-Islamic artifacts or shop and play at Makkah Mall.One of the most famous mountains in Makkah, located to the east of the Holy Mosque, this mountain includes the Cave of Hira, where the Prophet used to worship before the Prophethood. It is the place where the first verses of the Quran were revealed, with the words: 'Read in the name of your Lord who created' [Surah Al-Alaq: 1]. It is one of the high mountains in Makkah, with its peak resembling the hump of a camel. There is no mountain in Makkah that resembles Jabal al-Nour; it is unique in shape and appearance among the mountains.
