Makkah is the mother of all towns, the birthplace of our beloved Prophet PBUH, and the holiest site for Muslims. Every year, Muslims from all over the world travel to Makkah to fulfill their holy religious requirements of pilgrimage. And, as part of their holy pilgrimage, they intend to visit sacred and historical Islamic sites. There are numerous essential spots in Makkah to visit during your Umrah tour; we have compiled a list of must-see locations that you should not miss during your Umrah journey. Begin your Umrah journey with Saudi tours. Avail cheap December umrah packages.
Masjid-Al-Haram:
The world’s largest mosque, Masjid e Haram or Grand Mosque, can hold 1.2 million people at once. The black cubic edifice ‘Kaaba’ is the most sacred place. The famed well of holy water ‘Zam Zam’ house is also the most sacred and fantasy place for Muslims. Every Muslim wishes to visit this precious mosque at least once in his or her lifetime. It is one of the must-see destinations during Umrah. It is because Muslims offer their prayers to Allah towards the sacred Kaaba at the core of this mosque. Travelers begin their holy pilgrimage of Umrah here. Circumambulating the Kaaba, one of the most spiritual things is a fundamental right to undertake throughout this pilgrimage. December is the best month to visit these holy places. Avail December Umrah packages.
Mount Arafat:
Mount Arafat, Jabal ar-Rahmah, or Jabal Arafat, is visited place by thousands of Muslims on the Hajj pilgrimage. In addition, pilgrims come here to pray to Allah and execute other rites.
Cave Hira:
The legendary Hira cave, where Prophet PBUH received the first revelation of the Quran in 610 BC. The cave is located on Mount Al Noor. It is Jabal Al Noor due to the enigmatic light that shines on the peak at night. Prophet PBUH requires a secluded location to hear revelations from Angel Jibreel. Cave Hira is where Prophet SAWW spends His time and meditates day and night, with provision for Himself. According to Islamic scripture, this is the location. It is the place where Allah’s holy words were first revealed to Prophet Muhammad by the angel Jibreel. Hira Cave is therefore one of the most significant places to see while performing Umrah.
Muzdalifah:
Muzdalifah, another sacred site in Makkah, is located within the Makkah province. It is a flat, flat plain between Mina and Arafat. Spending the entire day at Muzdalifah is a key hajj tradition. Pilgrims in Muzdalifah sleep under the open sky and rise early for prayers. A sacred mosque is at the summit of a hill in Muzdalifah.
Mina:
Mina is a valley three miles east of Makkah. It houses over 100,000 air-conditioned tents for travelers during the yearly pilgrimage. The Jamarat Bridge is located in the Mina Valley. It is the place where pilgrims execute another hajj ceremony which is ‘Stoning the Devil.’ Anyhow, the city of Mina provides Hajj pilgrims with temporary lodging in air-conditioned tents. It is located close to Masjid-al-Haram and may thus be readily visited on the holy journey of Umrah.
Ayesha Mosque:
The second-largest mosque in Makkah is Masjid-e-Aisha. It is one of the city’s oldest structures. This mosque makes it a must-see during the Umrah trip. Furthermore, it is located near the holy Kaaba. Pilgrims might enter the hallowed state of Ihram here. Masjid e Aisha, also known as Masjid e Ta’neem, is only 4.6 miles south of Makkah. All border locations are adjacent to the sacred mosque. When the Holy Prophet SAWW urged Hazrat Aisha RA to do so during the farewell Hajj. She proclaimed that pilgrims must wear Ihram to do Umrah. December Umrah Packages 2022 is giving you chance to visit your dream places at low prices.
Jannat-al-Mu’alla:
The sacred cemetery is located 10 minutes walking distance from Hoy Mosque. It contains the graves of many of the Prophet’s family members and companions. They include Bibi Khadija RA (the Prophet’s first wife), Qasim (the Prophet’s son), Abdullah Bin Zubair, Abu Talib, Bint Abu Bakar, and other members of the Prophet’s family. Everyone is welcome to pay their respects to the noble people of Islam by visiting the graves. Jannat-al-Mu’alla is one of the most important Muslim cemeteries. It is where many of Prophet Muhammad’s forefathers and relatives are resting in peace. It’s to the north of Al-Masjid Al-Haram. Most people come to this cemetery to pay their respects to the souls that have passed away.
Well Of Tuwa:
Also known as Bir Tuwa, it is located in a Makkah valley that was formerly remote and rough. But it has now a dense population with dwellings. Thus, the only available well for Bir Tuwa is in Jarwal or Tuwa. After spending the night here, the Prophet SAWW washed in this well’s water and entered Makkah. The term ‘Tuwa’ refers to a pleated well. The well is close to Makkah’s northernmost point.
Site Of Battle Of Badr:
The Battle of Badr is the most important in Islamic history. In the life of the Prophet PBUH, He and His followers fought for true religion against the pagan communities of Makkah. They were only a handful in number. But they battle valiantly against a vast, well-train, and well-equip army. The Battle of Badr is in the Quran as well. It took place in the Hejaz region of western Arabia in 624 CE. The historical site where this fight took place is a must-see in Makkah, about 334 kilometers outside the city.
Thawr Mountain:
The historical mount is positioned at the southernmost tip of the holy city of Makkah. The sacred mountain is significant in Islamic history. Since it is where our beloved Prophet PBUH spent three days in a cave known as Cave Thawr. After the persecution in Makkah, he SAWW took refuge here with his most trusted companion and loving friend Abu Bakar Siddique RA.
Birthplace Of Prophet S.A.W:
Maktaba Makkah-al-Mukarramah, Prophet Muhammad’s birthplace, is located in She’eb Banu Hashim in Makkah. A national library is present on this old mountain. Visit the birthplace of the Holy Prophet with cheap December umrah packages.
Mount Abu Qubays:
Mount Abu Qubays is located close to Mount Safa. According to legend, this is a sacred site. It is where the Holy Prophet PBUH pointed His finger at the moon and it split in half. Hence, this famous episode has great religious importance for Muslims, and pilgrims flock to this sacred site.
Al Jaaranah Mosque:
This lovely yet very important location for one of the basic hajj rituals is now a mosque. This stunning white mosque is Jaaranah Mosque. It is located in northern Makkah. Moreover, it is where the Holy Prophet PBUH dressed before traveling to Makkah to perform the hajj. The holy place was flanked by several date palms and wells that were to overlook the mosque. Finally, to visit this mosque, you may need to obtain permission from the authorities. Cheap December umrah packages offer you to have this beautiful journey more beautifully.
Conclusion:
In short, Umrah is an act of devotion and worship, that is very important to the Muslim community all over the world. Millions of Muslim pilgrims do Umrah every year with faith and belief in their hearts. Furthermore, you can make time to see some of the sacred and reverend places to visit during cheap December umrah packages in Makkah. Your spiritual journey will be much more wonderful.
Hence, incorporating these precious spots to visit during Umrah into the schedule completes the journey to Allah’s abode. And yes, you can visit all these Holy places through one of our Umrah packages. So, what are you waiting for? Hurry Up! Book one of our Umrah Packages and make the pilgrimage.
