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Al-Masjid an-Nabawi (Prophet’s Mosque)
المسجد النبوي · Al-Masjid an-Nabawi · Prophet’s Mosque
Second-holiest mosque in Islam and burial complex of Prophet Muhammad.
Sacred Place Overview
About Al-Masjid an-Nabawi (Prophet’s Mosque)
Identity, documented context and sacred significance.
Established in Madinah in the era of Muhammad, the mosque became a major center of Islamic prayer and history. The Rawdah and Prophet’s Chamber are within its precincts.
Sacred Place at a Glance
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Place TypeMosque
Religious TraditionIslam
LocationMadinah, Al-Madinah al-Munawwarah, Saudi Arabia
CountrySaudi Arabia
Established / Period622 CE
Governing BodyGeneral Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque
Faith, Tradition & Sacred Association
Religious tradition, dedication and sacred associations connected with this place.
Religious TraditionIslam
History & Sacred Tradition
Documented history, sacred narrative and editorial synthesis are kept visibly separate.
Historical Record
The earliest mosque was built in 622 CE and expanded by later caliphs and Saudi kings.
Sacred Tradition
Muslims visit it in reverence for the Prophet’s life and the merits ascribed to prayer in the mosque.
Architecture & Sacred Complex
A large historic and modern mosque complex with multiple minarets, prayer halls, broad courtyards and successive expansions.
Prayer & Visitor Information
Documented worship, observances and practices where available.
Five daily prayers
greeting the Prophet
Rawdah prayers where permitted
Entry & Visitor Rules
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Special timingsProphet’s Mosque open 24 hours for worshippers; restricted areas and services have separate arrangements.
Restricted areas / visitor rulesNon-Muslims are not permitted in the Prophet’s Mosque and its premises.
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- October 15, 2026
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- Visit Madinah — the Prophet’s Mosque