7 Beautiful Masjids in Madinah

Al Masjid An Nabawi Madina also called Prophet's Mosque is referred to as 'The Heart of Madinah'. Nestled in the center of the city, it is the most well-known mosque in Madinah. It was constructed by the beloved Prophet Muhammad ﷺ to let Muslims pray 5 times a day without any interruption, during the first year of migration.

Masjid Nabawi Madina is a hub for all sorts of spiritual, legal, and social activities and is one of the most visited and beloved sites to be known.

• Timings: It opens 24/7
• Location: Al Haram, Madinah 42311, Saudi Arabia.

It is thought to have been the final destination of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ on his journey from Mecca to Madina. The Prophet ﷺ himself initiated this mosque, which his followers eventually completed. By the mid-20th Century, the mosque had been refurbished.

• Timings: Open 24/7
• Location: 3493 Al Hijrah Rd, Al Khatim, Madinah 42318, Saudi Arabia

It is one of the most attractive masjids in Madinah, that pilgrims visit to seek blessings from Allah, on Hajj. It is situated near the mosque of the Prophet ﷺ and has several names Miqat Dhu Al Hulayfah and Shajarah Mosque, where a magnificent square-shaped structure was constructed during King Fahad's reign.

• Timings: opens 24 hours.
• Location: CG7V+F5X, Dhul Hulaifah, Madinah 42393, Saudi Arabia

Al Manaratain Mosque is gorgeously tucked away between two mountains, it is one of the most beautiful sites to visit in Saudia Arabia because of the stunning mountains in the background, a relaxing place with spiritual meaning that gives breathtakingly beautiful views of sunset and sunrise and the incredible mosque architecture just adds up to its beauty.

Its natural beauty attracts people going to Mecca, so they stop by this place to offer prayers and spend time around this spiritual place adorned with natural beauty.

• Timings: it is open 24 hours for people to come and offer prayers.
• Location: FH4V+59H, Al Usayfirin, Madinah 42315, Saudi Arabia

At Al Jum’ah Mosque, Prophet Muhammad ﷺ conducted his first Friday prayer after migrating from Makkah to Madinah. Moreover, the original Ottoman edifice was renovated, and this incredibly designed spiritual location became open for everyday prayers instead of just Friday prayers and is now known as one of the most popular Middle Eastern destinations.

• Timings: It is open 24 hours every day.
• Location: CJW8 +54V, Al Jumuah, Madina, Saudia Arabia.

One of Madina's seven mosques or Sab'u Masajid, is the Umar Mosque, which is exactly located where Umar ibn al-Khattab (may Allah be pleased with him) once stood. At this mosque, you may experience the classical age through the old building, and seeing this location will give you a taste of Saudi Arabia's rich Islamic culture and customs.

This beautiful mosque stands out from other mosques in the city, due to its elevated location, valley-style design, and covered prayer area, and has the best shops in the vicinity to grab some souvenirs after prayers.

• Timings: 24/7
• Location: FJ74 + PM7, 4, Bani Khidrah, Saudia Arabia.

It is one of the most visited mosques in Medina, being situated at the place where the battle of Ahzab took place. The distinctive hilltop draws a lot of people to this holy place. This beautiful mosque was constructed 3 times in history under the reign of Ottoman Sultan Abd Al Majid.

Its beauty lies in the mountainous environment surrounded by the countless stairs that lead up to the mosque.

• Timings: It opens for 24 hours.
• Location: Al Fatah, 7191- 3380 - Medina, Saudi Arabia.