Ziyarat Explorer | Places to visit
Discover historical places in Makkah and Madinah.
Exploring the sacred and historic sites (Ziyarat) in Makkah and Madinah allows pilgrims to relive the pivotal moments of Quranic revelation and the prophetic era. Discover authentic history, visit advice, and GPS coordinates for each landmark.
Historical Sites & Mosques in Makkah
Masjid al-Haram (The Sacred Mosque)
The holiest sanctuary in Islam, home to the Holy Kaaba, the Black Stone, Maqam Ibrahim, and the Zamzam well.
GPS : 21.4225, 39.8262 · Permanent (24h/24) · easy
Cave of Hira (Jabal al-Nour)
The Mountain of Light and sacred cave where Prophet Muhammad ﷺ received the very first revelation of the Quran.
GPS : 21.4578, 39.8592 · 3 à 4 heures aller-retour · challenging
Cave of Thawr (Jabal Thawr)
The historical sanctuary of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and Abu Bakr during their migration (Hijrah) to Madinah.
GPS : 21.3789, 39.8497 · 3 à 5 heures aller-retour · challenging
Historical Sites & Mosques in Madinah
Masjid an-Nabawi (The Prophet's Mosque)
The second holiest mosque in Islam, home to the blessed Rawdah Sharifa and the tomb of the Prophet ﷺ.
GPS : 24.4672, 39.6111 · Permanent (24h/24) · easy
Quba Mosque (Masjid Quba)
The very first mosque in Islamic history, established by Prophet Muhammad ﷺ upon reaching Madinah.
GPS : 24.4392, 39.6172 · 1 à 2 heures · easy
Mount Uhud & Martyrs Cemetery
The battlefield of the Battle of Uhud (3 AH) and resting place of 70 martyred companions, including Hamza (ra).
GPS : 24.5033, 39.6128 · 1 à 2 heures · easy
Masjid al-Qiblatayn (Mosque of the Two Qiblas)
The historic mosque where revelation commanded Prophet Muhammad ﷺ to turn the prayer direction from Jerusalem to Makkah.
GPS : 24.4842, 39.5786 · 1 heure · easy
Al-Baqi Cemetery (Jannat al-Baqi)
The sacred burial ground adjacent to the Prophet's Mosque where over 10,000 companions and family members rest.
GPS : 24.4667, 39.6142 · 30 minutes à 1 heure · easy
Frequently Asked Questions on Ziyarat
Is visiting Ziyarat sites mandatory to validate Umrah?
No. Ziyarat sites are highly recommended historical and spiritual visits, but they are not among the 4 mandatory pillars of Umrah (Ihram, Tawaf, Sa'i, hair cutting/shaving). Praying in Quba Mosque and greeting the Prophet ﷺ in Madinah carry great Sunnah rewards.